MOOCs and Open Education Around the World.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
which
examines
subjects
related to open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massive open online courses (MOOC).
The latest
developments in
online learning technology enable
students
in all parts of the world
to take part in online classes.
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.
These massive online courses are
free
for learners but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments.
There are quite a few
issues that
e-learning institutions
must deal with
now that online learning technology is
advancing so fast.
How can stakeholders
guarantee that
the quality of training provided by these
massive open online courses is
acceptable?
How can learners
certify that
teachers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach online?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses?
What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal?
How can teachers
deal with the issues of
low
learner motivation and high
student dropout rates?
As distance learning technology becomes more
procurable there is a
desire
to be aware of how
these MOOCs are being conducted.
Students
and numerous other
participants
would like
to better understand
these
compelling new open education
initiatives.
Everyone wants
to perceive how
MOOC classes
can be made better.
To handle this
expanding
desire for
information
the amazing new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics.
This intriguing new book
also investigates the
major controversies associated with
MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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