MOOCs and Open Education Around the World.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
which
studies
subjects
relating to open
education resources
and
massively open online courses (MOOC).
New
advances in
distance learning have empowered
students
in all parts of the world
to take part in classes via the Internet.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These massive open courses are
almost always free
for students but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
subjects that
learning technology institutions
must deal with
in 2015 because blended learning technology is
developing so quickly.
How can participants
be assured that
the instruction provided by these
MOOC classes is
adequate?
This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience.
How can stakeholders
certify that
educators are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach MOOC classes?
What different business models are being used by
organizations like
France to conduct these MOOCs?
What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can teachers
manage
inadequate
motivation and high
attrition?
As blended learning becomes more
available there is a
desideratum
to be aware of how
MOOC classes are being conducted.
The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs.
Students
and lots of other
participants
would like
to gain a better understanding of
the outcomes of these
important new open education
undertakings.
Researchers want
to gain more knowledge about how
these MOOC courses
can be made better.
To respond to this
increasing
desire for
facts
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
these online MOOCs and other open educational issues.
This dramatic new book
also addresses the
controversies associated with
massively open online courses and open education resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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