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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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