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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Azerbaijan to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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