MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. Routledge – 2015 – 396 Pages.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
that
addresses
topics
relating to open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massively open online courses (MOOC).
The latest
changes in
distance learning technology enable
learners
in nations all around the world
to participate in courses online.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
Massive open online courses are
usually free
for students but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are many
topics that
online education organizations
are having to consider
now that online learning technology is
advancing so rapidly.
How can teachers
certify that
the quality of teaching provided by these
MOOC courses is
adequate?
This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education.
How can participants
ensure that
instructors are properly credentialed
and qualified for online teaching?
What different business models are being used by
institutions like
Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these massive open online courses?
What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal?
How can stakeholders
manage issues like
inadequate
student motivation and high
dropout rates?
As electronic educational technology becomes more
widespread there is a
growing
desideratum
to gain a better understanding of how
MOOC classes are being conducted.
Public servants
and numerous other
participants
need
to better grasp
the outcomes of these
new open education
initiatives.
Educators want
to better understand how
MOOC classes
can be enhanced.
To respond to this
growing
desire for
facts
the thrilling new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
these MOOCs and other open education issues.
This stimulating new book
also analyzes the
major controversies associated with
these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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