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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. 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. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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