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 cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
examines
topics
pertaining to open
education resources
(OERs) and
massively open online courses.
The latest
advancements in
e-learning technology are making it possible for
students
all over the world
to take courses online.
Massively open online courses are
typically free
for learners but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
issues that
online learning institutions
are having to attend to
more than ever because elearning technology is
advancing so swiftly.
How can we
make sure that
the education provided by these
massively open online courses is
good?
How can organizations
be assured that
teachers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach classes online?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
University of South Florida to conduct these MOOCs?
What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can educators
manage problems like
poor
learner motivation and high
student attrition?
As digital educational technology becomes more
available there is a
increasing
need
to better understand how
MOOCs are being conducted.
Intellectuals
and numerous other
participants
would like
to gain a better understanding of
these
promising new open educational
ventures.
Everybody wants
to know how
massive open online courses
can be enhanced.
In response to this
crescive
need for
details
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
MOOCs and other open education subjects.
This sensational new book
also describes the
most important controversies associated with
MOOC courses and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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