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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology have enabled students all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Portugal to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

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