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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Azerbaijan to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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