MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. Routledge – 2015.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
that
examines
topics
having to do with open
educational resources
and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
Recent
improvements in
blended learning technology are providing the means for
learners
in every nation on earth
to be participants in online courses.
Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class.
Massively open online courses are
ordinarily free
for learners but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are numerous
subjects that
distance learning institutions
are considering
in 2015 because elearning technology is
improving so fast.
This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment.
How can we
certify that
the teaching provided by these
massive open online courses is
tolerable?
How can organizations
certify that
teachers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach courses online?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes?
What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today?
How can organizations
get a handle on
inadequate
learner motivation and high
student attrition?
As online education becomes more
widespread there is a
increasing
need
to be aware of how
MOOC classes are being conducted.
Scientists
and many other
participants
need
to better perceive
these
fascinating new open education
undertakings.
Trainers want
to grasp how
MOOC courses
can be enhanced.
In response to this
need for
facts
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
these MOOC courses and other open education topics.
This interesting new book
also articulates the
most important controversies associated with
these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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