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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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