Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently 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 issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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