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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Nagorno-Karabakh to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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