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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in online learning technology enable people all over the world to take 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. These massive open courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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