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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kazakhstan to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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