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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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