MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. 2015.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about this edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
that
investigates
issues
pertaining to open
education resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses.
Recent
changes in
online learning are providing the means for
people
in all parts of the world
to participate in classes via the Internet.
These massive open courses are
free
for learners but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
subjects that
elearning technology organizations
have to struggle with
more than ever because elearning technology is
advancing so quickly.
How can participants
ensure that
the quality of these
MOOC courses is
all right?
How can organizations
ensure that
teachers are properly credentialed
to teach online MOOC classes?
What different business models are being used by
institutions like
Canada to conduct these MOOC classes?
What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today?
How can institutions
manage
inadequate
motivation and high
student dropout rates?
As blended learning technology becomes more
commonplace there is a
developing
desire
to gain a better understanding of how
these massively open online courses are being conducted.
Students
and lots of other
stakeholders
would like
to better understand
these
fascinating new open educational
initiatives.
Students want
to understand how
these massive open online courses
can be enhanced.
In response to this
need for
information
the inspiring new book
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
these online MOOCs and other open education issues.
This gripping new book
also explores the
major controversies associated with
these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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