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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. New improvements in blended learning have empowered students all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

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