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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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