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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Kazakhstan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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