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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Azerbaijan to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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