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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in elearning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

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