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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Azerbaijan to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Students want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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