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 this book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
which
deals with
topics
regarding open
education resources
and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
The latest
developments in
distance learning technology are providing the means for
humans
all over the world
to take part in classes online.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These online MOOCs are
usually free
for learners but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are quite a few
topics that
technology-enhanced learning organizations
are considering
today because online education technology is
developing so fast.
How can organizations
make sure that
the education provided by these
MOOCs is
respectable?
How can we
certify that
teachers are properly credentialed
to teach MOOCs?
What business models are being used by
organizations like
Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses?
What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal?
How can participants
deal with
low
student motivation and high
learner attrition?
As blended learning becomes more
commonplace there is a
expanding
demand
to gain a better understanding of how
MOOC classes are being conducted.
Instructors
and numerous other
stakeholders
need
to gain a better understanding of
the outcomes of these
interesting new open educational
endeavours.
Academics want
to gain an understanding of how
these MOOC courses
can be made better.
To respond to this
increasing
desideratum for
details
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues.
This thrilling new book
also investigates the
major controversies associated with
MOOCs and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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