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 authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
that
deals with
subjects
regarding open
education resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
The latest
evolvements in
distance learning technology have made it possible for
humans
in all parts of the world
to participate in online courses.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
MOOC classes are
ordinarily free
but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are many
subjects that
e-learning institutions
have to consider
now that distance learning technology is
developing so rapidly.
How can organizations
make sure that
the teaching provided by these
massive open online courses is
adequate?
How can institutions
ensure that
educators are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach online MOOC classes?
What different business strategies are being used by
organizations like
University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses?
What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal?
How can participants
manage problems like
low
learner motivation and high
learner dropout rates?
As electronic education technology becomes more
abundant there is a
developing
necessity
to be aware of how
MOOC classes are being conducted.
Teachers
and lots of other
stakeholders
want
to gain more knowledge about
these
interesting new open educational
ventures.
Educators want
to know how
MOOC classes
can be enhanced.
To respond to this
demand for
data
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics.
This interesting new book
also explores the
key controversies associated with
these online MOOCs and open education resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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