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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Azerbaijan to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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