MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. Routledge (2015).
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Find out more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
which
investigates
issues
regarding open
education resources
and
massive open online courses (MOOC).
Brand new
developments in
distance learning make it possible for
students
in nations all around the world
to participate 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 analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
MOOC classes are
typically free
for learners but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
issues that
elearning technology organizations
are having to attend to
more than ever because elearning technology is
developing so fast.
How can we
certify that
the quality of training provided by these
massive open online courses is
satisfactory?
How can we
be assured that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach MOOCs?
What business models are being used by
organizations like
Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes?
What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can stakeholders
get a handle on
inadequate
student motivation and high
student dropout rates?
As elearning technology becomes more
abundant there is a
developing
desideratum
to be aware of how
MOOC courses are being conducted.
Educators
and numerous other
participants
desire
to better perceive
the outcomes of these
important new open educational
ventures.
Educators want
to gain an understanding of how
MOOC classes
can be made better.
To meet this
developing
need for
details
the definitive new book
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics.
This amazing new book
also reviews the
controversies associated with
these massively open online courses and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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