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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Morocco to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

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