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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online education have empowered learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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