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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology enable students all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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