MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. Routledge.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about this interesting book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
book
which
deals with
issues
regarding open
educational resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses (MOOC).
Recent
advancements in
online education technology are empowering
people
in all parts of the world
to be participants in courses online.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These massive open courses are
generally free
for students but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a lot of
issues that
online education institutions
have to consider
more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is
developing so quickly.
How can stakeholders
be assured that
the quality of training provided by these
MOOC classes is
adequate?
How can stakeholders
assure that
instructors are properly credentialed
to teach online classes?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
Namibia to conduct these MOOC courses?
What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today?
How can participants
manage problems like
inadequate
motivation and high
student attrition?
As blended learning technology becomes more
available there is a
need
to gain a better understanding of how
MOOC classes are being conducted.
Intellectuals
and many other
stakeholders
want
to gain a better understanding of
the outcomes of these
fascinating new open education
ventures.
Academics want
to comprehend how
massively open online courses
can be improved.
To satisfy this
developing
need for
information
the amazing new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects.
This intriguing new book
also articulates the
major controversies associated with
these massive online courses and OERS.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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