Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these open education initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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