Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning have empowered learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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