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 this new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
which
describes
issues
regarding open
education resources
(OERs) and
massively open online courses (MOOC).
New
gains in
electronic educational technology make it possible for
learners
in every nation on earth
to take part in courses via the Internet.
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 MOOCs are
typically free
for learners but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
subjects that
e-learning institutions
have to deal with
more than ever because online learning technology is
developing so fast.
How can we
make sure that
the quality of teaching provided by these
massive open online courses is
satisfactory?
How can participants
be assured that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach courses online?
What different strategies are being used by
institutions like
United States to conduct these MOOC classes?
What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can educators
get a handle on
inadequate
student motivation and high
learner dropout rates?
As digital educational technology becomes more
abundant there is a
developing
desire
to better understand how
these massively open online courses are being conducted.
Academics
and many other
stakeholders
desire
to better perceive
the outcomes of these
intriguing new open education
ventures.
Teachers want
to gain an understanding of how
MOOCs
can be enhanced.
In response to this
developing
desideratum for
knowledge
the authoritative new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
provides a critical analysis of
massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics.
This amazing new book
also discusses the
most important controversies associated with
these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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