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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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