MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. Routledge.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
that
analyzes
topics
regarding open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
Recent
gains in
technology-enhanced learning make it possible for
learners
in all parts of the world
to be participants in courses online.
These online MOOCs are
typically free
for students 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.
There are quite a few
issues that
elearning technology organizations
are having to consider
today because e-learning technology is
advancing so quickly.
This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education.
How can teachers
be assured that
the quality control for these
MOOCs is
passable?
How can students
make sure that
teachers are properly credentialed
and qualified for online teaching?
What business models are being used by
organizations like
edX to conduct these MOOC classes?
What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal?
How can organizations
handle issues like
inadequate
motivation and high
student dropout rates?
As digital education technology becomes more
prolific there is a
developing
demand
to be aware of how
MOOC courses are being conducted.
The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs.
Public servants
and numerous other
stakeholders
need
to understand
these
new open education
endeavours.
Teachers want
to better understand how
MOOC courses
can be enhanced.
To respond to this
crescive
demand for
information
the dramatic new book
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
these MOOCs and other open education resource issues.
This authoritative new book
also articulates the
most important controversies associated with
these MOOC classes and OERS.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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