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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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