MOOCs and Open Education Around the World.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
considers
topics
related to open
education resources
(OER) and
massively open online courses.
The latest
gains in
e-learning technology make it possible for
learners
all over the world
to take online classes.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These massively open online courses are
typically free
but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments.
There are a lot of
subjects that
online learning institutions
have to struggle with
today because distance learning technology is
developing so quickly.
How can stakeholders
be assured that
the quality of training provided by these
massively open online courses is
satisfactory?
How can learners
ensure that
educators are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach classes online?
What business models are being used by
organizations like
University of Utah to conduct these MOOCs?
What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal?
How can stakeholders
manage
poor
learner motivation and high
learner attrition?
As digital educational technology becomes more
commonplace there is a
expanding
demand
to gain more knowledge about how
these MOOC courses are being conducted.
Researchers
and many other
participants
desire
to be more aware of
the outcomes of these
important new open educational
endeavours.
Scientists want
to comprehend how
massively open online courses
can be improved.
In response to this
demand for
knowledge
the stimulating new book
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics.
This amazing new book
also describes the
key controversies associated with
massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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