MOOCs and Open Education Around the World.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about this impressive book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
which
deals with
subjects
having to do with open
education resources
(OERs) and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
Modern
improvements in
electronic educational technology are providing the means for
humans
in all parts of the world
to take part in classes via the Internet.
These massive open courses are
generally free
for learners but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments.
There are quite a few
subjects that
e-learning organizations
have to consider
now that online learning technology is
improving so swiftly.
How can teachers
make sure that
the quality of teaching provided by these
massive open online courses is
adequate?
This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience.
How can we
certify that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach courses online?
What strategies are being used by
institutions like
University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses?
What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can stakeholders
get a handle on
low
learner motivation and high
student dropout rates?
As elearning technology becomes more
available there is a
growing
need
to gain a better understanding of how
MOOC classes are being conducted.
Academics
and numerous other
stakeholders
want
to be more aware of
the outcomes of these
open educational
undertakings.
Trainers want
to perceive how
these massively open online courses
can be made better.
To meet this
increasing
need for
information
the gripping new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects.
This stimulating new book
also deals with the
most important controversies associated with
these massive open courses and open education resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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