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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

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