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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in digital education technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Albania to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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