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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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