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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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