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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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