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 new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
which
articulates
subjects
relating to open
educational resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses (MOOC).
Recent
evolvements in
distance learning technology have enabled
students
in nations all around the world
to take part in classes online.
MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners.
These massive open courses are
normally free
for students but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a variety of
subjects that
e-learning organizations
have to consider
more than ever because online learning technology is
developing so rapidly.
How can teachers
assure that
the quality of teaching provided by these
MOOCs is
tolerable?
How can organizations
make sure that
instructors are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach online courses?
What different business models are being used by
organizations like
Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOCs?
What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can stakeholders
handle problems like
inadequate
learner 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 online learning becomes more
prolific there is a
developing
desideratum
to gain a better understanding of how
MOOCs are being conducted.
Corporations
and lots of other
participants
need
to gain a better understanding of
the outcomes of these
compelling new open educational
initiatives.
Corporations want
to comprehend how
MOOC classes
can be enhanced.
To handle this
developing
desideratum for
information
the inspiring new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
these MOOC courses and other open education issues.
This interesting new book
also discusses the
major controversies associated with
MOOC courses and OERS.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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