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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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