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 Around the World is a
edited collection
that
discusses
topics
relevant to open
educational resources
(OER) and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
The latest
gains in
distance learning are empowering
people
all around the world
to take part in classes via the Internet.
These massive online courses are
usually free
for students but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a variety of
issues that
learning technology organizations
are struggling with
in 2015 because online learning technology is
developing so fast.
How can we
certify that
the quality of schooling provided by these
MOOC courses is
satisfactory?
This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education.
How can stakeholders
certify that
instructors are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach MOOC classes?
What business models are being used by
organizations like
South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses?
What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today?
How can organizations
handle issues like
low
student motivation and high
dropout rates?
The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world.
As distance learning technology becomes more
widespread there is a
necessity
to be aware of how
these massively open online courses are being conducted.
Intellectuals
and many other
participants
desire
to gain more knowledge about
these
interesting new open education
initiatives.
Instructors want
to better understand how
these MOOCs
can be enhanced.
To handle this
growing
desideratum for
details
the book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
these massive open online courses and other open education subjects.
This gripping new book
also deals with the
controversies associated with
these MOOC classes and open education resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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