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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Nagorno-Karabakh to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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