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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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