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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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