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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in e-learning enable learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Armenia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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