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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology enable students all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kazakhstan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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