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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. New advances in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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