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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic educational technology are empowering humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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