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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic education technology have empowered learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kazakhstan to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

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