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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. 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 many topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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