MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. Routledge 2015.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
which
explores
subjects
regarding open
education resources
and
massively open online courses (MOOC).
New
advancements in
technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for
students
in all parts of the world
to take part in classes via the Internet.
These MOOC courses are
usually free
but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a variety of
issues that
online learning technology organizations
have to struggle with
today because online learning technology is
advancing so fast.
How can educators
be assured that
the teaching provided by these
MOOC classes is
passable?
How can learners
assure that
instructors are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach MOOC classes?
What strategies are being used by
institutions like
Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses?
What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can organizations
handle issues like
low
motivation and high
dropout rates?
As elearning technology becomes more
widespread there is a
expanding
desire
to better understand how
these MOOC classes are being conducted.
Scientists
and lots of other
stakeholders
want
to gain a better understanding of
the outcomes of these
open educational
ventures.
Educators want
to perceive how
MOOC classes
can be enhanced.
In response to this
increasing
demand for
details
the thrilling new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
MOOC courses and other open education subjects.
This exciting new book
also investigates the
key controversies associated with
these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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