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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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