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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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