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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Venezuela to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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