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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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