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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning have empowered students all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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