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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online education technology are enabling learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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