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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in learning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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