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 exceptional new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
that
researches
issues
related to open
educational resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
Recent
advances in
electronic education technology are enabling
people
in all parts of the world
to take courses online.
These MOOC courses are
almost always free
for students but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments.
There are quite a few
subjects that
distance learning institutions
are struggling with
more than ever because distance learning technology is
developing so swiftly.
How can organizations
make sure that
the teaching provided by these
MOOC courses is
satisfactory?
This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education.
How can institutions
ensure that
teachers are properly credentialed
to teach online classes?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
University of Minnesota to conduct these massive open online courses?
What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today?
How can teachers
handle issues like
poor
learner motivation and high
student attrition?
As online education becomes more
procurable there is a
need
to be aware of how
MOOC courses are being conducted.
Lecturers
and many other
participants
would like
to gain more knowledge about
these
fascinating new open education
ventures.
Researchers want
to know how
these MOOCs
can be made better.
Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably.
In response to this
desideratum for
information
the exciting new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
MOOC classes and other open education issues.
This thrilling new book
also discusses the
controversies associated with
massively open online courses and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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