MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. 2015.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about this enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
which
analyzes
topics
relevant to open
educational resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
Brand new
advances in
blended learning technology are making it possible for
students
in nations all aver the world
to take part in online classes.
Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These online MOOC courses are
mostly free
but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments.
There are several
topics that
online learning institutions
are having to consider
more than ever because online learning technology is
advancing so rapidly.
How can organizations
be assured that
the quality of instruction provided by these
MOOC classes is
passable?
How can stakeholders
certify that
instructors are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach courses online?
What business models are being used by
organizations like
Babson College to conduct these MOOCs?
What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal?
How can participants
deal with the issues of
inadequate
motivation and high
attrition?
As e-learning technology becomes more
procurable there is a
developing
demand
to be aware of how
massive open online courses are being conducted.
Scientists
and many other
stakeholders
want
to better perceive
these
new open education
ventures.
Researchers want
to gain an understanding of how
massive open online courses
can be improved.
To meet this
increasing
desideratum for
information
the thrilling new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
MOOC courses and other open educational subjects.
This dramatic new book
also deals with the
most important controversies associated with
these massive open online courses and open education resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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