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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Azerbaijan to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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