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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in online education are enabling learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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