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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kazakhstan to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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