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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions must deal with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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