Find out more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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