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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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