MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. Routledge.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
deals with
topics
regarding open
education resources
and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
Brand new
evolvements in
blended learning technology enable
learners
in nations all aver the world
to take part in online classes.
These massively open online courses are
free
but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are many
subjects that
distance learning organizations
have to consider
today because online education technology is
developing so fast.
How can organizations
certify that
the teaching provided by these
MOOCs is
acceptable?
How can we
be assured that
educators are properly credentialed
to teach online?
What different business models are being used by
organizations like
Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses?
What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today?
How can institutions
get a handle on
inadequate
student motivation and high
dropout rates?
As distance learning technology becomes more
widespread there is a
demand
to understand how
massive open online courses are being conducted.
Academics
and numerous other
stakeholders
need
to better perceive
these
significant new open educational
undertakings.
Educators want
to better understand how
MOOC classes
can be enhanced.
In response to this
need for
knowledge
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics.
This stimulating new book
also examines the
most important controversies associated with
these massive open courses and open education resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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