Learn more about the fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology