MOOCs and Open Education Around the World.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
that
considers
topics
relevant to open
education resources
(OERs) and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
Recent
evolvements in
digital education technology are empowering
learners
in all parts of the world
to be participants in online classes.
These MOOCs are
usually free
for learners but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research.
There are many
subjects that
online education institutions
have to struggle with
more than ever because online learning technology is
advancing so fast.
How can institutions
guarantee that
the quality of schooling provided by these
massive open online courses is
satisfactory?
This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education.
How can institutions
ensure that
teachers are properly credentialed
to teach massive open online courses?
What different strategies are being used by
institutions like
Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses?
What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can participants
handle issues like
low
motivation and high
attrition?
As elearning becomes more
abundant there is a
developing
desire
to understand how
massively open online courses are being conducted.
Intellectuals
and numerous other
stakeholders
desire
to gain a better understanding of
the outcomes of these
compelling new open education
endeavours.
Educators want
to understand how
these MOOC courses
can be made better.
In response to this
crescive
need for
data
the gripping new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects.
This authoritative new book
also reviews the
major controversies associated with
MOOCs and open education resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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