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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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