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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions must deal with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Albania to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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