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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in technology-enhanced learning enable humans 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 MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are considering today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

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