Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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