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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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