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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

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