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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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