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 this exceptional new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
discusses
topics
regarding open
educational resources
and
massively open online courses (MOOC).
The latest
developments in
distance learning technology are making it possible for
people
in nations all around the world
to take part in courses online.
These massive open online courses are
typically free
for learners but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are quite a few
subjects that
distance learning institutions
must deal with
more than ever because learning technology is
developing so swiftly.
This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs.
How can institutions
be assured that
the quality control for these
MOOCs is
acceptable?
How can institutions
make sure that
teachers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach classes online?
What business models are being used by
organizations like
Slovakia to conduct these MOOC courses?
What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can organizations
handle issues like
low
motivation and high
attrition?
As digital learning technology becomes more
available there is a
developing
necessity
to gain more knowledge about how
these massively open online courses are being conducted.
Teachers
and numerous other
participants
need
to better understand
these
open educational
endeavours.
Public servants want
to grasp how
massive open online courses
can be improved.
To satisfy this
developing
demand for
data
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
massively open online courses and other open education subjects.
This definitive new book
also addresses the
key controversies associated with
these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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