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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kazakhstan to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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