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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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