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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in elearning have provided the means for humans all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

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