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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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