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 scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
describes
topics
relevant to open
education resources
(OER) and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
The latest
evolvements in
technology-enhanced learning are empowering
learners
all over the world
to participate in classes via the Internet.
Massively open online courses are
almost always free
for students but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
topics that
e-learning organizations
are dealing with
today because e-learning technology is
advancing so quickly.
How can educators
certify that
the quality of education provided by these
MOOCs is
passable?
How can students
ensure that
lecturers are properly credentialed
to teach classes online?
What different business models are being used by
institutions like
Peru to conduct these MOOC classes?
What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can institutions
manage issues like
low
motivation and high
attrition?
As blended learning becomes more
available there is a
necessity
to grasp how
MOOCs are being conducted.
Lecturers
and lots of other
stakeholders
need
to gain more knowledge about
these
promising new open education
undertakings.
Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses.
Researchers want
to perceive how
MOOC classes
can be improved.
In response to this
expanding
desideratum for
information
the stimulating new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
these massive open online courses and other open educational issues.
This intriguing new book
also discusses the
key controversies associated with
these massively open online courses and OERS.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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