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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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