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 interesting book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
book
that
explores
topics
regarding open
education resources
and
massive open online courses (MOOC).
The latest
advancements in
technology-enhanced learning make it possible for
humans
in nations all around the world
to take courses via the Internet.
These massive open courses are
usually free
for students but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
topics that
e-learning institutions
are dealing with
more than ever because distance learning technology is
improving so quickly.
How can participants
be assured that
the quality control for these
MOOC courses is
respectable?
How can students
make sure that
lecturers are properly credentialed
to teach courses online?
What business models are being used by
organizations like
University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs?
What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal?
How can organizations
handle issues like
poor
motivation and high
learner dropout rates?
As technology-enhanced learning becomes more
available there is a
expanding
necessity
to gain a better understanding of how
MOOC courses are being conducted.
Researchers
and lots of other
participants
desire
to gain a better understanding of
these
exciting new open education
initiatives.
People want
to better understand how
MOOC classes
can be made better.
In response to this
increasing
demand for
knowledge
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
massively open online courses and other open educational subjects.
This definitive new book
also talks about the
key controversies associated with
these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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