MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. 2015 Routledge.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
researches
subjects
relating to open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
Recent
developments in
blended learning technology are making it possible for
students
all around the world
to take part in classes online.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These MOOC classes are
ordinarily free
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 numerous
subjects that
blended learning organizations
are considering
more than ever because elearning technology is
improving so quickly.
How can we
certify that
the education provided by these
MOOCs is
acceptable?
How can participants
be assured that
instructors are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach online courses?
What different strategies are being used by
organizations like
Botswana to conduct these massive open online courses?
What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can stakeholders
deal with
inadequate
motivation and high
learner attrition?
As blended learning technology becomes more
commonplace there is a
growing
need
to understand how
these massively open online courses are being conducted.
Intellectuals
and numerous other
stakeholders
want
to better comprehend
these
interesting new open education
initiatives.
Scientists want
to gain an understanding of how
these massively open online courses
can be made better.
To respond to this
developing
desire for
details
the sensational new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
these massive online courses and other open educational issues.
This dramatic new book
also researches the
most important controversies associated with
MOOC courses and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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