MOOCs and Open Education Around the World.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
that
researches
topics
relevant to open
educational resources
(OER) and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
The latest
evolvements in
distance learning technology are making it possible for
people
in all parts of the world
to take part in courses online.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
Massively open online courses are
typically free
for learners but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
subjects that
e-learning technology organizations
are having to deal with
today because e-learning technology is
improving so swiftly.
How can we
make sure that
the quality of education provided by these
MOOCs is
acceptable?
How can stakeholders
make sure that
educators are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach massive open online courses?
What business models are being used by
organizations like
Grenada to conduct these MOOCs?
What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today?
How can educators
handle problems like
poor
motivation and high
attrition?
As online education becomes more
abundant there is a
expanding
desire
to gain a better understanding of how
MOOC courses are being conducted.
Instructors
and lots of other
participants
would like
to gain a better understanding of
these
fascinating new open education
ventures.
Professors want
to gain an understanding of how
massive open online courses
can be made better.
To satisfy this
developing
need for
information
the stimulating new book
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
massive open online courses and other open educational issues.
This inspiring new book
also discusses the
controversies associated with
these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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