MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. Routledge.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
which
examines
topics
regarding open
education resources
(OER) and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
The latest
evolvements in
distance learning technology are providing the means for
people
all around the world
to take part in classes via the Internet.
MOOC classes are
typically free
for students but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation.
There are a variety of
topics that
technology-enhanced learning institutions
are considering
in 2015 because distance learning technology is
advancing so swiftly.
How can we
ensure that
the instruction provided by these
MOOCs is
respectable?
How can we
assure that
teachers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach MOOCs?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massively open online courses?
What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today?
Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses.
How can educators
deal with
inadequate
motivation and high
dropout rates?
As digital e-learning technology becomes more
widespread there is a
growing
necessity
to be aware of how
these MOOC classes are being conducted.
Trainers
and numerous other
stakeholders
desire
to be more aware of
the outcomes of these
important new open educational
endeavours.
Scholars want
to understand how
MOOC courses
can be improved.
To satisfy this
crescive
desideratum for
facts
the definitive new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
these MOOC classes and other open education topics.
This definitive new book
also discusses the
major controversies associated with
these massive open courses and open education resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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