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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Montserrat to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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