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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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