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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Azerbaijan to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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