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 engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
that
considers
issues
relating to open
educational resources
and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
New
gains in
e-learning have enabled
learners
in all parts of the world
to be participants in courses online.
Massively open online courses are
generally free
for learners but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are numerous
topics that
online education institutions
are having to consider
more than ever because distance learning technology is
advancing so swiftly.
How can educators
ensure that
the instruction provided by these
massive open online courses is
tolerable?
How can organizations
certify that
teachers are properly credentialed
for teaching online?
What different business models are being used by
organizations like
Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOC courses?
What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can participants
handle problems like
inadequate
student motivation and high
attrition?
As blended learning technology becomes more
available there is a
desideratum
to be aware of how
massively open online courses are being conducted.
Lecturers
and numerous other
stakeholders
desire
to better understand
these
interesting new open education
endeavours.
Scientists want
to perceive how
these MOOC classes
can be enhanced.
In response to this
increasing
need for
information
the thrilling new book
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
MOOC courses and other open educational topics.
This exciting new book
also discusses the
key controversies associated with
massive open online courses and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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