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 the new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
that
examines
topics
regarding open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massively open online courses (MOOC).
Recent
advancements in
distance learning technology have provided the means for
people
in every nation on earth
to take part in courses via the Internet.
These massive open courses are
typically free
for learners but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are numerous
subjects that
distance learning institutions
are having to struggle with
today because elearning technology is
advancing so swiftly.
How can educators
guarantee that
the quality of instruction provided by these
MOOC classes is
decent?
This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education.
How can we
certify that
instructors are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach courses online?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs?
What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can we
deal with the issues of
low
student motivation and high
dropout rates?
As distance learning becomes more
commonplace there is a
developing
demand
to comprehend how
massive open online courses are being conducted.
Lecturers
and numerous other
stakeholders
would like
to better comprehend
the outcomes of these
fascinating new open educational
initiatives.
Students want
to gain an understanding of how
MOOCs
can be improved.
In response to this
increasing
desideratum for
facts
the new book
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects.
This authoritative new book
also discusses the
major controversies associated with
MOOCs and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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