MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. 2015.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
that
discusses
issues
relating to open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massively open online courses (MOOC).
Modern
evolvements in
elearning make it possible for
people
all around the world
to participate in courses online.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
MOOCs are
commonly free
for learners but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are numerous
subjects that
distance learning institutions
are having to consider
more than ever because learning technology is
improving so quickly.
How can we
be assured that
the schooling provided by these
MOOCs is
satisfactory?
This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience.
How can learners
guarantee that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified for online teaching?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes?
What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal?
How can teachers
get a handle on
inadequate
student motivation and high
learner attrition?
As online learning technology becomes more
widespread there is a
developing
demand
to comprehend how
MOOC classes are being conducted.
Teachers
and many other
stakeholders
would like
to better grasp
these
exciting new open education
endeavours.
Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses.
Educators want
to grasp how
these massive open online courses
can be improved.
To respond to this
developing
demand for
knowledge
the intriguing new book
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects.
This exciting new book
also addresses the
key controversies associated with
these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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