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 engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
investigates
issues
regarding open
education resources
and
massive open online courses (MOOC).
The latest
advancements in
distance learning technology are making it possible for
people
in nations all around the world
to be participants in online courses.
These MOOCs are
free
for students but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation.
There are a variety of
topics that
technology-enhanced learning organizations
are having to consider
today because distance learning technology is
developing so rapidly.
How can stakeholders
ensure that
the quality control for these
MOOC courses is
adequate?
How can institutions
assure that
teachers are properly credentialed
to teach courses online?
What different business strategies are being used by
organizations like
Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses?
What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal?
How can organizations
deal with
inadequate
learner motivation and high
student attrition?
As blended learning technology becomes more
available there is a
increasing
demand
to perceive how
these MOOC classes are being conducted.
Corporations
and numerous other
participants
want
to better grasp
these
exciting new open educational
initiatives.
Intellectuals want
to know how
massive open online courses
can be enhanced.
To respond to this
increasing
desideratum for
knowledge
the intriguing new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
MOOC classes and other open educational issues.
This gripping new book
also examines the
major controversies associated with
these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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