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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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