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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in elearning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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