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 fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
edited collection
that
analyzes
topics
regarding open
educational resources
and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
Modern
advances in
distance learning technology have provided the means for
learners
in nations all around the world
to participate in online courses.
MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students.
These massive open courses are
mostly free
for learners but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are numerous
issues that
distance learning organizations
have to consider
today because online learning technology is
developing so quickly.
How can organizations
guarantee that
the quality of training provided by these
MOOC courses is
acceptable?
How can organizations
make sure that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach massive open online courses?
What business models are being used by
organizations like
South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses?
What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can institutions
manage
low
motivation and high
dropout rates?
As digital educational technology becomes more
available there is a
increasing
need
to grasp how
these MOOC classes are being conducted.
Scholars
and many other
stakeholders
desire
to better comprehend
these
fascinating new open educational
ventures.
Intellectuals want
to perceive how
these MOOC courses
can be made better.
In response to this
expanding
desire for
knowledge
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
MOOC courses and other open educational subjects.
This thrilling new book
also examines the
key controversies associated with
these massive online courses and open education resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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