MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. Routledge.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Find out more about the fine new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
book
which
researches
subjects
having to do with open
education resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
The latest
gains in
electronic education technology are providing the means for
learners
all around the world
to take part in courses via the Internet.
This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning.
This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education.
These online MOOCs are
ordinarily free
for learners but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a variety of
topics that
e-learning institutions
are having to deal with
more than ever because elearning technology is
advancing so rapidly.
How can we
assure that
the instruction provided by these
massively open online courses is
adequate?
How can learners
make sure that
teachers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach MOOCs?
What business models are being used by
organizations like
edX to conduct these massively open online courses?
What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today?
How can educators
manage problems like
poor
motivation and high
attrition?
As digital educational technology becomes more
available there is a
growing
necessity
to better understand how
these MOOC classes are being conducted.
Instructors
and numerous other
stakeholders
want
to understand
these
important new open education
initiatives.
People want
to better understand how
massively open online courses
can be enhanced.
In response to this
expanding
demand for
data
the stimulating new book
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
these online MOOC courses and other open education topics.
This dramatic new book
also considers the
key controversies associated with
MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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