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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online education have enabled people all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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