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 new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
discusses
topics
regarding open
education resources
(OER) and
massive open online courses.
The latest
developments in
online education technology make it possible for
humans
in all parts of the world
to participate in classes via the Internet.
MOOC courses are
usually free
but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are quite a few
subjects that
technology-enhanced learning institutions
are considering
now that elearning technology is
advancing so rapidly.
This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment.
How can institutions
certify that
the schooling provided by these
massively open online courses is
adequate?
MOOCs are a form of distance education.
How can learners
certify that
teachers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach classes online?
What different business models are being used by
institutions like
Udacity to conduct these MOOCs?
What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal?
How can organizations
handle problems like
poor
motivation and high
learner attrition?
As blended learning technology becomes more
widespread there is a
increasing
demand
to understand how
these massively open online courses are being conducted.
Scientists
and numerous other
participants
would like
to understand
the outcomes of these
new open educational
ventures.
Trainers want
to better understand how
MOOC classes
can be made better.
To respond to this
crescive
desire for
details
the intriguing new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
MOOC classes and other open educational topics.
This intriguing new book
also reviews the
key controversies associated with
these online MOOC courses and open education resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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