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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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