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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Azerbaijan to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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