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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Kazakhstan to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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