MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. Routledge – 2015 – 396 Pages.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
examines
subjects
regarding open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
Brand new
developments in
distance learning technology have made it possible for
students
in nations all aver the world
to be participants in online courses.
This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education.
These massively open online courses are
generally free
for students but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments.
There are many
issues that
online education institutions
are dealing with
now that online education technology is
improving so rapidly.
How can participants
make sure that
the teaching provided by these
massively open online courses is
passable?
How can stakeholders
certify that
lecturers are properly credentialed
to teach online?
What business models are being used by
organizations like
UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes?
What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal?
How can stakeholders
get a handle on
low
motivation and high
learner attrition?
As online learning technology becomes more
commonplace there is a
expanding
demand
to gain a better understanding of how
MOOC classes are being conducted.
Instructors
and numerous other
participants
need
to better perceive
these
exciting new open education
ventures.
Teachers want
to understand how
MOOC courses
can be enhanced.
In response to this
growing
demand for
information
the thrilling new book
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
these massive open courses and other open educational issues.
This dramatic new book
also explores the
most important controversies associated with
these MOOC courses and OERS.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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