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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic educational technology are empowering people all over the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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