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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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