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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kazakhstan to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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