Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open educational experiments. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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