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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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