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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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