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 thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a
book
which
examines
topics
regarding open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massively open online courses.
The latest
advancements in
e-learning technology have made it possible for
humans
all around the world
to take part in classes via the Internet.
MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students.
These MOOC courses are
normally free
for learners but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a variety of
issues that
elearning institutions
are struggling with
more than ever because online education technology is
advancing so swiftly.
How can institutions
be assured that
the training provided by these
MOOCs is
decent?
How can institutions
ensure that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach online courses?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses?
What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today?
How can we
handle
inadequate
learner motivation and high
attrition?
As digital education technology becomes more
prolific there is a
growing
need
to gain more knowledge about how
massively open online courses are being conducted.
Scientists
and numerous other
stakeholders
need
to be more aware of
these
promising new open education
initiatives.
Researchers want
to comprehend how
MOOC classes
can be made better.
To meet this
crescive
need for
knowledge
MOOCs and Open Education
offers a critical analysis of
MOOCs and other open education resource subjects.
This gripping new book
also explores the
major controversies associated with
these online MOOC courses and OERS.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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