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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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