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 edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
that
investigates
topics
relating to open
education resources
(OERs) and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
The latest
advances in
distance learning technology have made it possible for
students
in nations all around the world
to take part in online classes.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These online MOOC courses are
generally free
but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a variety of
issues that
online education organizations
are having to consider
now that online education technology is
advancing so fast.
How can we
make sure that
the instruction provided by these
MOOC courses is
decent?
How can we
guarantee that
teachers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach online courses?
What different business models are being used by
institutions like
Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses?
What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal?
How can participants
handle issues like
poor
motivation and high
dropout rates?
As digital learning becomes more
widespread there is a
increasing
necessity
to understand how
these MOOC classes are being conducted.
Researchers
and lots of other
participants
want
to be more aware of
these
exciting new open educational
undertakings.
Scholars want
to perceive how
these MOOCs
can be improved.
To respond to this
desideratum for
information
the stimulating new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects.
This gripping new book
also discusses the
controversies associated with
MOOC courses and open education resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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