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 dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
describes
subjects
regarding open
educational resources
and
massive open online courses.
The latest
advances in
distance learning technology are making it possible for
people
all over the world
to take classes via the Internet.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These online MOOC courses are
normally free
but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are quite a few
issues that
e-learning organizations
have to deal with
more than ever because online learning technology is
improving so swiftly.
How can we
certify that
the quality of education provided by these
MOOCs is
good?
How can we
ensure that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach online MOOC classes?
What different business models are being used by
organizations like
Botswana to conduct these MOOC courses?
What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can educators
manage
poor
learner motivation and high
attrition?
As digital learning technology becomes more
widespread there is a
desideratum
to gain a better understanding of how
MOOC classes are being conducted.
Academics
and lots of other
stakeholders
would like
to gain a better understanding of
these
open educational
initiatives.
Intellectuals want
to comprehend how
MOOCs
can be improved.
In response to this
developing
demand for
knowledge
the scholarly new book
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
these massively open online courses and other open educational issues.
This new book
also deals with the
most important controversies associated with
MOOC classes and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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