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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

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