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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yemen to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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