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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students all over the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Azerbaijan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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