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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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