MOOCs and Open Education Around the World.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about this impressive book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
which
considers
topics
having to do with open
education resources
and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
Recent
advances in
distance learning technology have empowered
students
in nations all aver the world
to take classes via the Internet.
These MOOC classes are
generally free
for students but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a variety of
subjects that
distance learning organizations
have to deal with
more than ever because online learning technology is
advancing so rapidly.
How can we
assure that
the quality control for these
massive open online courses is
adequate?
How can we
make sure that
educators are properly credentialed
to teach online courses?
What different business models are being used by
institutions like
MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses?
What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can teachers
manage issues like
inadequate
learner motivation and high
dropout rates?
As digital learning technology becomes more
available there is a
developing
necessity
to perceive how
massively open online courses are being conducted.
Teachers
and many other
stakeholders
would like
to better grasp
the outcomes of these
interesting new open educational
ventures.
Researchers want
to understand how
massively open online courses
can be improved.
To meet this
growing
desideratum for
information
the thrilling new book
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
massive open online courses and other open educational issues.
This interesting new book
also addresses the
major controversies associated with
these MOOC classes and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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