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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Monaco to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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