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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in electronic education technology enable people all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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