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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in online education technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Lesotho to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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