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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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