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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Albania to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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