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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Azerbaijan to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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