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 illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
that
considers
topics
related to open
educational resources
and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
The latest
gains in
elearning are enabling
students
in nations all around the world
to take online courses.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These massive open courses are
almost always free
but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
subjects that
technology-enhanced learning organizations
are having to struggle with
in 2015 because online learning technology is
advancing so swiftly.
How can we
guarantee that
the quality of schooling provided by these
MOOC classes is
acceptable?
How can students
certify that
teachers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach classes online?
What different business models are being used by
organizations like
edX to conduct these MOOC classes?
What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today?
How can organizations
handle issues like
low
student motivation and high
dropout rates?
As blended learning technology becomes more
commonplace there is a
necessity
to understand how
these MOOC courses are being conducted.
Professors
and lots of other
participants
desire
to better understand
the outcomes of these
fascinating new open educational
endeavours.
People want
to gain more knowledge about how
MOOC classes
can be made better.
To handle this
developing
need for
knowledge
the inspiring new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
MOOC classes and other open educational subjects.
This dramatic new book
also deals with the
key controversies associated with
these MOOC courses and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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