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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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