MOOCs and Open Education Around the World.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
describes
topics
having to do with open
educational resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses.
Recent
evolvements in
technology-enhanced learning have empowered
learners
all around the world
to participate in online courses.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
MOOC courses are
almost always free
for learners but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
topics that
learning technology institutions
are having to struggle with
in 2015 because e-learning technology is
improving so swiftly.
How can institutions
make sure that
the quality of instruction provided by these
massively open online courses is
adequate?
How can students
ensure that
lecturers are properly credentialed
to teach classes online?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
France to conduct these MOOC courses?
What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can institutions
manage problems like
inadequate
learner motivation and high
learner attrition?
The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world.
As e-learning becomes more
abundant there is a
expanding
desire
to be aware of how
these MOOC classes are being conducted.
Students
and numerous other
participants
desire
to better understand
these
compelling new open educational
ventures.
Corporations want
to know how
massively open online courses
can be made better.
In response to this
increasing
desire for
knowledge
the stimulating new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
massively open online courses and other open education resource topics.
This scholarly new book
also deals with 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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