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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Nagorno-Karabakh to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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