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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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