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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning are empowering students all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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