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 this appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
book
which
discusses
issues
having to do with open
educational resources
and
massive open online courses.
The latest
changes in
elearning technology have provided the means for
people
all over the world
to take classes online.
These MOOCs are
typically free
for learners but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation.
It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments.
There are quite a few
topics that
elearning technology institutions
have to struggle with
more than ever because online education technology is
developing so rapidly.
How can institutions
make sure that
the quality of education provided by these
MOOCs is
all right?
This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience.
How can organizations
certify that
teachers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach MOOC classes?
What business strategies are being used by
organizations like
University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses?
What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can institutions
get a handle on
low
learner motivation and high
student attrition?
As online learning becomes more
abundant there is a
growing
necessity
to understand how
these MOOCs are being conducted.
Intellectuals
and lots of other
stakeholders
would like
to better grasp
these
compelling new open education
ventures.
Instructors want
to know how
these MOOC classes
can be improved.
In response to this
demand for
information
the interesting new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
MOOCs and other open education issues.
This definitive new book
also discusses the
major controversies associated with
these massive open courses and open education resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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