MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. 2015.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Find out more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
that
examines
subjects
relating to open
educational resources
and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
New
developments in
e-learning technology have provided the means for
learners
in nations all aver the world
to be participants in classes online.
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.
These MOOC courses are
mostly free
for learners but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a variety of
topics that
distance learning organizations
are considering
in 2015 because blended learning technology is
developing so quickly.
How can participants
ensure that
the quality of training provided by these
MOOC courses is
satisfactory?
How can participants
certify that
instructors are properly credentialed
to teach courses online?
What different business models are being used by
institutions like
Finland to conduct these massive open online courses?
What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can stakeholders
deal with
inadequate
learner motivation and high
student dropout rates?
As elearning technology becomes more
abundant there is a
growing
desire
to be aware of how
these massive open online courses are being conducted.
Instructors
and numerous other
stakeholders
desire
to better grasp
these
open education
undertakings.
Researchers want
to know how
these massively open online courses
can be improved.
In response to this
expanding
demand for
data
the gripping new book
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues.
This scholarly new book
also analyzes the
key controversies associated with
MOOCs and open education resources (OERS).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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