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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online education have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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