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 exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
book
which
articulates
issues
having to do with open
education resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses.
Brand new
evolvements in
blended learning have enabled
learners
in nations all aver the world
to take part in courses via the Internet.
This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education.
These online MOOCs are
generally free
for learners but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments.
There are many
subjects that
technology-enhanced learning institutions
are considering
in 2015 because elearning technology is
improving so fast.
How can organizations
be assured that
the quality of teaching provided by these
MOOC classes is
decent?
How can we
make sure that
instructors are properly credentialed
to teach massively open online courses?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
Udacity to conduct these MOOCs?
What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today?
How can participants
deal with the problems of
poor
learner motivation and high
learner attrition?
The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world.
As blended learning technology becomes more
widespread there is a
need
to gain a better understanding of how
these MOOCs are being conducted.
Professors
and numerous other
participants
want
to be more aware of
the outcomes of these
intriguing new open educational
ventures.
Public servants want
to better understand how
these MOOC courses
can be enhanced.
To respond to this
growing
desire for
knowledge
the interesting new book
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
MOOC courses and other open educational topics.
This interesting new book
also studies the
key controversies associated with
MOOC courses and open education resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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