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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in online learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. 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 commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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