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 impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
book
which
describes
topics
relating to open
education resources
and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
Modern
evolvements in
blended learning technology make it possible for
people
in nations all around the world
to participate in courses via the Internet.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
MOOCs are
normally free
for learners but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation.
There are a variety of
subjects that
e-learning technology organizations
are considering
now that online education technology is
advancing so fast.
How can institutions
guarantee that
the quality of schooling provided by these
massively open online courses is
good?
How can institutions
make sure that
educators are properly credentialed
to teach classes online?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes?
What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal?
How can stakeholders
manage problems like
inadequate
student motivation and high
learner dropout rates?
As elearning becomes more
widespread there is a
developing
necessity
to gain a better understanding of how
massively open online courses are being conducted.
Educators
and numerous other
stakeholders
would like
to better perceive
these
intriguing new open educational
ventures.
Professors want
to comprehend how
these massive open online courses
can be enhanced.
To handle this
expanding
need for
information
the stimulating new book
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
these massive online courses and other open educational issues.
This scholarly new book
also analyzes the
key controversies associated with
these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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