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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in e-learning are enabling learners all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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