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 book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
that
explores
subjects
related to open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
Modern
advancements in
technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for
learners
in nations all aver the world
to take part in classes via the Internet.
These MOOCs are
almost always free
for learners but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a lot of
subjects that
elearning institutions
are having to consider
now that online education technology is
developing so fast.
How can participants
make sure that
the schooling provided by these
MOOC courses is
respectable?
This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education.
How can institutions
assure that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach online courses?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC classes?
What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today?
How can we
manage issues like
low
learner motivation and high
learner dropout rates?
As learning technology becomes more
available there is a
desire
to understand how
these MOOCs are being conducted.
Educators
and numerous other
participants
desire
to gain a better understanding of
these
exciting new open education
endeavours.
Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses.
Teachers want
to understand how
massively open online courses
can be improved.
In response to this
developing
demand for
facts
the definitive new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
these massive open courses and other open educational issues.
This stimulating new book
also considers the
controversies associated with
these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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