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 cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
which
examines
topics
regarding open
education resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses.
Modern
advancements in
distance learning technology enable
students
in nations all aver the world
to take classes via the Internet.
MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners.
MOOCs are
normally free
but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a variety of
topics that
distance learning institutions
have to deal with
today because blended learning technology is
advancing so swiftly.
How can we
certify that
the teaching provided by these
massively open online courses is
tolerable?
How can institutions
certify that
instructors are properly credentialed
to teach courses online?
What strategies are being used by
organizations like
Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes?
What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can we
deal with the problems of
inadequate
student motivation and high
student dropout rates?
As distance learning technology becomes more
available there is a
growing
necessity
to be aware of how
these massive open online courses are being conducted.
The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs.
Public servants
and lots of other
participants
want
to be more aware of
these
fascinating new open educational
initiatives.
Professors want
to perceive how
these massive open online courses
can be enhanced.
To handle this
demand for
knowledge
the definitive new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
these MOOCs and other open education subjects.
This definitive new book
also investigates the
key controversies associated with
these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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