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 the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
which
studies
subjects
related to open
education resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
New
gains in
blended learning are empowering
learners
in nations all around the world
to take classes online.
MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners.
This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education.
Massively open online courses are
generally free
but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
issues that
online learning institutions
are struggling with
more than ever because online education technology is
improving so quickly.
How can educators
make sure that
the quality control for these
massively open online courses is
satisfactory?
How can participants
assure that
educators are properly credentialed
to teach courses online?
What different business models are being used by
institutions like
Dominican Republic to conduct these MOOCs?
What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can institutions
handle problems like
inadequate
learner motivation and high
dropout rates?
As technology-enhanced learning becomes more
available there is a
developing
desideratum
to comprehend how
these MOOCs are being conducted.
Public servants
and numerous other
stakeholders
desire
to understand
these
interesting new open educational
undertakings.
Students want
to gain an understanding of how
these MOOC classes
can be enhanced.
To satisfy this
developing
demand for
data
the new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
these massive online courses and other open education topics.
This intriguing new book
also analyzes the
key controversies associated with
MOOC courses and OERS.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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