MOOCs and Open Education Around the World.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about this interesting book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
book
which
describes
topics
related to open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massive open online courses (MOOC).
Modern
developments in
distance learning technology are making it possible for
learners
in all parts of the world
to be participants in courses via the Internet.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These massively open online courses are
typically free
for learners but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation.
There are many
issues that
elearning technology institutions
are having to consider
now that online learning technology is
advancing so rapidly.
How can teachers
make sure that
the quality of instruction provided by these
massive open online courses is
satisfactory?
How can institutions
certify that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified for online teaching?
What different business models are being used by
organizations like
Honduras to conduct these MOOC courses?
What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today?
How can organizations
handle
poor
learner motivation and high
student dropout rates?
As electronic educational technology becomes more
prolific there is a
increasing
demand
to comprehend how
massive open online courses are being conducted.
Scientists
and numerous other
stakeholders
would like
to better comprehend
these
new open educational
endeavours.
Researchers want
to comprehend how
MOOCs
can be made better.
To satisfy this
demand for
information
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects.
This interesting new book
also analyzes the
controversies associated with
these MOOCs and open education resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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