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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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