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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in digital education technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Azerbaijan to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scientists want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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