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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning have empowered students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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