MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. 2015 – Routledge.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
that
addresses
topics
relevant to open
educational resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
Recent
evolvements in
learning technology are making it possible for
students
all over the world
to participate in courses via the Internet.
Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These MOOC courses are
usually free
for students but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are many
subjects that
technology-enhanced learning institutions
have to consider
today because online learning technology is
developing so quickly.
How can educators
assure that
the quality of schooling provided by these
MOOC classes is
passable?
How can institutions
make sure that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach classes online?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
Kyrgyzstan to conduct these massively open online courses?
What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can organizations
manage problems like
inadequate
motivation and high
attrition?
As electronic educational technology becomes more
available there is a
increasing
need
to be aware of how
these massively open online courses are being conducted.
Trainers
and lots of other
participants
want
to gain more knowledge about
the outcomes of these
open education
experiments.
Educators want
to comprehend how
MOOC courses
can be improved.
In response to this
desire for
facts
the new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects.
This exciting new book
also discusses the
major controversies associated with
MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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