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 the edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
studies
topics
relevant to open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
The latest
improvements in
distance learning technology are empowering
learners
in all parts of the world
to take part in online classes.
This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education.
Massive open online courses are
commonly free
for learners but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments.
There are many
subjects that
learning technology institutions
have to struggle with
more than ever because online learning technology is
advancing so rapidly.
How can we
certify that
the quality of training provided by these
MOOCs is
satisfactory?
How can participants
be assured that
educators are properly credentialed
and qualified for online teaching?
What different strategies are being used by
institutions like
Macedonia to conduct these massively open online courses?
What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal?
How can we
handle problems like
inadequate
motivation and high
attrition?
As blended learning becomes more
commonplace there is a
developing
necessity
to grasp how
MOOCs are being conducted.
Trainers
and numerous other
stakeholders
desire
to better perceive
the outcomes of these
open education
initiatives.
Students want
to perceive how
these MOOC courses
can be enhanced.
To meet this
expanding
demand for
facts
the book
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics.
This exciting new book
also considers the
controversies associated with
these massive open online courses and OERS.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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