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 Around the World is a
edited collection
which
explores
topics
having to do with open
education resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses (MOOC).
New
changes in
distance learning technology are enabling
learners
in all parts of the world
to be participants in classes online.
This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These online MOOCs are
normally free
but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a variety of
topics that
elearning institutions
are having to deal with
now that e-learning technology is
advancing so fast.
How can educators
make sure that
the quality of training provided by these
MOOC classes is
acceptable?
How can organizations
assure that
instructors are properly credentialed
and qualified for online teaching?
What different business strategies are being used by
institutions like
Slovenia to conduct these massive open online courses?
What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal?
How can stakeholders
manage problems like
poor
student motivation and high
student attrition?
As online education technology becomes more
prolific there is a
need
to gain a better understanding of how
MOOC courses are being conducted.
Lecturers
and numerous other
participants
would like
to understand
the outcomes of these
exciting new open education
ventures.
Public servants want
to know how
MOOC classes
can be made better.
To handle this
developing
demand for
details
the book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
these MOOC classes and other open educational topics.
This exciting new book
also reviews the
key controversies associated with
these MOOC classes and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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