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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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