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
book
which
deals with
topics
relating to open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massive open online courses.
Recent
advancements in
distance learning have made it possible for
humans
in every nation on earth
to participate in courses via the Internet.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These massive open online courses are
normally free
for students but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are quite a few
issues that
online education organizations
have to struggle with
now that e-learning technology is
advancing so swiftly.
How can organizations
ensure that
the quality of teaching provided by these
MOOC courses is
adequate?
This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience.
How can students
ensure that
teachers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach online courses?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
One Month to conduct these MOOC classes?
What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal?
Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses.
How can stakeholders
handle
poor
motivation and high
attrition?
As online education becomes more
available there is a
expanding
demand
to gain a better understanding of how
massively open online courses are being conducted.
Teachers
and many other
stakeholders
would like
to better comprehend
the outcomes of these
open education
endeavours.
Trainers want
to gain more knowledge about how
these massive open online courses
can be made better.
To meet this
developing
desideratum for
knowledge
the thrilling new book
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
MOOC courses and other open educational topics.
This interesting new book
also explores the
major controversies associated with
these massive online courses and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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