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 compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
which
discusses
issues
having to do with open
educational resources
and
massively open online courses.
The latest
advancements in
online education technology are making it possible for
learners
in every nation on earth
to participate in courses online.
This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning.
These MOOC courses are
generally free
for learners but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are numerous
subjects that
online learning technology institutions
are having to deal with
more than ever because distance learning technology is
developing so swiftly.
How can we
make sure that
the quality of instruction provided by these
MOOC classes is
good?
How can learners
certify that
instructors are properly credentialed
to teach online?
What different business models are being used by
organizations like
Udacity to conduct these MOOCs?
What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can participants
get a handle on
inadequate
motivation and high
attrition?
As blended learning technology becomes more
commonplace there is a
developing
desire
to gain a better understanding of how
MOOC classes are being conducted.
Educators
and numerous other
stakeholders
want
to better comprehend
the outcomes of these
open education
ventures.
Intellectuals want
to better understand how
these MOOC courses
can be made better.
In response to this
crescive
need for
knowledge
the amazing new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
massively open online courses and other open educational subjects.
This exciting new book
also reviews the
controversies associated with
these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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