MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. 2015 Routledge.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
which
discusses
issues
relating to open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massive open online courses (MOOC).
Modern
advancements in
electronic education technology are making it possible for
learners
in nations all around the world
to be participants in classes via the Internet.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These massive open online courses are
free
for students but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are numerous
topics that
blended learning organizations
have to consider
now that distance learning technology is
developing so rapidly.
How can teachers
be assured that
the teaching provided by these
MOOC classes is
tolerable?
How can organizations
certify that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach courses online?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC classes?
What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal?
How can institutions
handle
poor
motivation and high
learner attrition?
As distance learning technology becomes more
widespread there is a
need
to better understand how
MOOCs are being conducted.
Public servants
and lots of other
stakeholders
desire
to better perceive
these
compelling new open education
endeavours.
Teachers want
to perceive how
these massive open online courses
can be enhanced.
To respond to this
growing
need for
facts
the intriguing new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
these MOOC classes and other open education issues.
This new book
also articulates the
most important controversies associated with
these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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