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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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MOOCS And Open Education