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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kazakhstan to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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