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 definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
considers
topics
related to open
education resources
and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
Recent
advances in
online education technology enable
students
in nations all aver the world
to participate in online courses.
This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning.
These massive online courses are
free
but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
topics that
online learning institutions
must deal with
more than ever because distance learning technology is
advancing so swiftly.
How can educators
make sure that
the teaching provided by these
MOOC courses is
passable?
MOOCs are a form of distance education.
How can organizations
guarantee that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach online courses?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
Mongolia to conduct these MOOC courses?
What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today?
How can educators
handle
inadequate
motivation and high
dropout rates?
As digital learning becomes more
available there is a
expanding
need
to gain a better understanding of how
MOOC classes are being conducted.
Academics
and lots of other
participants
would like
to gain a better understanding of
these
compelling new open education
initiatives.
Educators want
to know how
these MOOC courses
can be made better.
In response to this
desideratum for
knowledge
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
MOOC courses and other open education subjects.
This dramatic new book
also addresses the
most important controversies associated with
these massive open courses and open education resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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