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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Kazakhstan to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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