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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

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