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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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