MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. Routledge (2015).
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about this significant new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
which
articulates
issues
related to open
educational resources
and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
The latest
advancements in
distance learning technology are making it possible for
learners
in every nation on earth
to participate in online classes.
These massive open online courses are
normally free
for learners but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
topics that
learning technology organizations
are dealing with
more than ever because blended learning technology is
advancing so swiftly.
This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment.
How can participants
certify that
the education provided by these
massively open online courses is
tolerable?
How can organizations
guarantee that
lecturers are properly credentialed
to teach MOOCs?
What different business strategies are being used by
organizations like
Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes?
What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal?
How can educators
deal with the issues of
low
student motivation and high
dropout rates?
The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world.
As distance learning becomes more
widespread there is a
demand
to comprehend how
MOOC classes are being conducted.
Trainers
and numerous other
stakeholders
would like
to be more aware of
the outcomes of these
new open education
initiatives.
Universities want
to comprehend how
these MOOC courses
can be improved.
In response to this
increasing
need for
data
the stimulating new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
these massive online courses and other open educational issues.
This dramatic new book
also explores the
key controversies associated with
MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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