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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kingman Reef to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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