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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate 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. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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