MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. 2015 Routledge.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
book
which
explores
topics
relevant to open
education resources
and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
Recent
advancements in
online learning technology have made it possible for
students
in all parts of the world
to take online classes.
Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These MOOCs are
usually free
for students but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a lot of
issues that
elearning organizations
must deal with
more than ever because e-learning technology is
improving so rapidly.
How can participants
ensure that
the teaching provided by these
massively open online courses is
good?
How can participants
ensure that
teachers are properly credentialed
to teach courses online?
What different business models are being used by
institutions like
Guernsey to conduct these massively open online courses?
What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can institutions
manage problems like
poor
motivation and high
attrition?
As learning technology becomes more
available there is a
increasing
necessity
to understand how
these massive open online courses are being conducted.
Researchers
and lots of other
participants
would like
to better perceive
these
fascinating new open education
endeavours.
Researchers want
to know how
MOOC classes
can be made better.
In response to this
developing
need for
knowledge
the amazing new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
MOOC courses and other open education subjects.
This new book
also addresses the
controversies associated with
these massive online courses and OERS.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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