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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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