MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. Routledge 2015.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
examines
subjects
regarding open
education resources
(OERs) and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
The latest
gains in
distance learning technology are empowering
humans
in nations all around the world
to take courses online.
This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes.
These massive online courses are
normally free
for students but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are quite a few
issues that
online learning technology institutions
are having to consider
now that elearning technology is
developing so fast.
How can stakeholders
make sure that
the quality of training provided by these
MOOCs is
satisfactory?
How can organizations
make sure that
instructors are properly credentialed
to teach online courses?
What business models are being used by
organizations like
Haiti to conduct these MOOC courses?
What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can organizations
handle
poor
learner motivation and high
learner dropout rates?
As online learning technology becomes more
commonplace there is a
increasing
demand
to gain a better understanding of how
these MOOCs are being conducted.
Intellectuals
and many other
participants
want
to better understand
these
compelling new open educational
initiatives.
Everyone wants
to understand how
massively open online courses
can be enhanced.
To respond to this
increasing
demand for
knowledge
the scholarly new book
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
MOOC courses and other open educational issues.
This dramatic new book
also talks about the
major controversies associated with
these MOOC courses and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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