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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in digital education technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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