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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. New developments in elearning have enabled students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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