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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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