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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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