MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. 2015 Routledge.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Find out more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
describes
issues
relevant to open
education resources
(OERs) and
massively open online courses (MOOC).
Modern
advancements in
learning technology make it possible for
learners
in all parts of the world
to participate in classes via the Internet.
This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education.
These online MOOCs are
ordinarily free
for learners but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are numerous
issues that
elearning institutions
have to deal with
today because e-learning technology is
developing so fast.
How can we
make sure that
the instruction provided by these
massive open online courses is
satisfactory?
This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education.
How can institutions
be assured that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach massively open online courses?
What different strategies are being used by
institutions like
Ascension to conduct these MOOC classes?
What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal?
How can participants
deal with
poor
learner motivation and high
student attrition?
As blended learning technology becomes more
commonplace there is a
expanding
desire
to comprehend how
massively open online courses are being conducted.
The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs.
Academics
and many other
stakeholders
need
to gain a better understanding of
these
significant new open educational
ventures.
Students want
to perceive how
massively open online courses
can be enhanced.
In response to this
expanding
desire for
knowledge
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
these MOOC classes and other open education issues.
This new book
also considers the
major controversies associated with
these MOOCs and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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