Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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