MOOCs and Open Education Around the World.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about this educative new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
which
addresses
subjects
relevant to open
education resources
(OER) and
massive open online courses.
New
changes in
digital education technology have empowered
learners
all around the world
to take part in classes via the Internet.
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.
MOOC classes are
ordinarily free
for students but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a variety of
topics that
distance learning organizations
are dealing with
today because blended learning technology is
developing so swiftly.
How can participants
be assured that
the education provided by these
massively open online courses is
passable?
How can we
certify that
educators are properly credentialed
for teaching online?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOCs?
What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can participants
handle issues like
low
learner motivation and high
student dropout rates?
As online learning becomes more
widespread there is a
desire
to gain a better understanding of how
these MOOCs are being conducted.
Researchers
and many other
participants
need
to better perceive
the outcomes of these
fascinating new open educational
ventures.
Educators want
to comprehend how
these MOOC classes
can be enhanced.
In response to this
expanding
demand for
data
the interesting new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
these online MOOC courses and other open education topics.
This dramatic new book
also deals with the
most important controversies associated with
massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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