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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in electronic educational technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kuwait to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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