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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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