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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are empowering people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Azerbaijan to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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