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 the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
book
which
examines
issues
having to do with open
education resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses.
Modern
advancements in
distance learning technology have provided the means for
learners
in nations all around the world
to take part in courses online.
MOOC classes are
generally free
for learners but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are quite a few
topics that
distance learning organizations
are struggling with
more than ever because online learning technology is
improving so rapidly.
How can we
make sure that
the education provided by these
MOOCs is
passable?
How can we
certify that
teachers are properly credentialed
to teach online MOOC classes?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses?
What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can institutions
manage problems like
inadequate
motivation and high
learner dropout rates?
As online learning technology becomes more
available there is a
desideratum
to gain a better understanding of how
MOOCs are being conducted.
Instructors
and lots of other
stakeholders
want
to gain a better understanding of
the outcomes of these
important new open education
initiatives.
Intellectuals want
to gain an understanding of how
MOOC courses
can be improved.
To handle this
developing
desire for
details
the sensational new book
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
these MOOCs and other open education resource topics.
This new book
also investigates the
most important controversies associated with
these massive open online courses and OERS.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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