Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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