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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning enable students in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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