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 this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
book
which
describes
issues
having to do with open
education resources
and
massively open online courses.
Brand new
advancements in
blended learning are providing the means for
learners
all around the world
to participate in courses online.
MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
Massively open online courses are
generally free
for learners but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are many
issues that
distance learning institutions
are struggling with
in 2015 because online learning technology is
advancing so fast.
How can teachers
guarantee that
the quality of teaching provided by these
MOOCs is
adequate?
This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education.
How can students
make sure that
educators are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach online MOOC classes?
What strategies are being used by
institutions like
University of Houston System to conduct these MOOCs?
What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal?
How can participants
handle problems like
poor
motivation and high
student attrition?
As distance learning technology becomes more
abundant there is a
expanding
demand
to gain a better understanding of how
these MOOCs are being conducted.
Scholars
and numerous other
stakeholders
would like
to understand
the outcomes of these
fascinating new open educational
undertakings.
Instructors want
to better understand how
these MOOC courses
can be enhanced.
To meet this
increasing
demand for
facts
the stimulating new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
these MOOC courses and other open education topics.
This inspiring new book
also addresses the
key controversies associated with
MOOC classes and OERS.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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