MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. 2015.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
that
reviews
subjects
relevant to open
education resources
and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
The latest
improvements in
distance learning technology have made it possible for
people
in all parts of 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 massive open courses are
usually free
for learners but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are many
topics that
technology-enhanced learning institutions
have to deal with
more than ever because e-learning technology is
developing so rapidly.
This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment.
How can teachers
guarantee that
the quality of training provided by these
massively open online courses is
all right?
How can participants
assure that
educators are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach classes online?
What different business models are being used by
institutions like
Haiti to conduct these MOOCs?
How can teachers
handle issues like
inadequate
motivation and high
student dropout rates?
As online learning becomes more
available there is a
increasing
necessity
to gain a better understanding of how
these massive open online courses are being conducted.
Intellectuals
and lots of other
stakeholders
want
to gain a better understanding of
the outcomes of these
promising new open educational
initiatives.
Educators want
to perceive how
these MOOC courses
can be enhanced.
In response to this
increasing
desideratum for
details
the authoritative new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
massively open online courses and other open education topics.
This authoritative new book
also articulates the
most important controversies associated with
these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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