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 dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
which
analyzes
issues
relating to open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
Modern
evolvements in
electronic educational technology have provided the means for
people
all around the world
to participate in classes online.
These MOOC classes are
generally free
for learners but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are quite a few
subjects that
elearning technology organizations
have to deal with
more than ever because distance learning technology is
advancing so rapidly.
How can participants
ensure that
the quality of training provided by these
massive open online courses is
satisfactory?
How can we
be assured that
lecturers are properly credentialed
to teach classes online?
What business strategies are being used by
organizations like
Canada to conduct these MOOC courses?
What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today?
How can stakeholders
manage
low
student motivation and high
student attrition?
The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world.
As distance learning technology becomes more
available there is a
demand
to be aware of how
these massive open online courses are being conducted.
Scholars
and lots of other
stakeholders
want
to gain a better understanding of
these
exciting new open education
ventures.
Scientists want
to grasp how
MOOC courses
can be enhanced.
To respond to this
growing
desire for
information
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
MOOC courses and other open educational topics.
This sensational new book
also discusses the
most important controversies associated with
MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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