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 new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
book
that
examines
issues
regarding open
education resources
and
massively open online courses (MOOC).
Brand new
developments in
technology-enhanced learning are empowering
humans
in every nation on earth
to take online classes.
These massively open online courses are
free
for learners but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
subjects that
e-learning organizations
are having to struggle with
more than ever because e-learning technology is
advancing so rapidly.
How can participants
make sure that
the quality of instruction provided by these
MOOC classes is
tolerable?
How can participants
certify that
instructors are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach online classes?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
Tanzania to conduct these MOOCs?
What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can educators
handle
poor
learner motivation and high
attrition?
As elearning becomes more
abundant there is a
developing
desideratum
to gain more knowledge about how
these MOOC classes are being conducted.
Educators
and numerous other
stakeholders
need
to gain a better understanding of
these
promising new open education
initiatives.
Scientists want
to grasp how
these MOOC classes
can be improved.
To respond to this
growing
need for
data
the thrilling new book
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
MOOC courses and other open educational issues.
This intriguing new book
also considers the
major controversies associated with
these massive open online courses and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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