MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. Routledge – 2015 – 396 Pages.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
which
reviews
topics
relevant to open
education resources
and
massively open online courses (MOOC).
Modern
advancements in
distance learning are making it possible for
learners
in nations all around the world
to take part in classes online.
These online MOOCs are
usually free
for students but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are many
topics that
online learning technology institutions
are struggling with
more than ever because distance learning technology is
developing so quickly.
How can we
assure that
the quality of these
MOOCs is
good?
How can institutions
certify that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach classes online?
What different business models are being used by
institutions like
Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOCs?
What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can we
deal with the problems of
low
learner motivation and high
learner attrition?
As elearning technology becomes more
available there is a
necessity
to perceive how
MOOC courses are being conducted.
Universities
and numerous other
stakeholders
want
to better understand
these
significant new open educational
experiments.
Professors want
to perceive how
massive open online courses
can be made better.
In response to this
crescive
desideratum for
details
the inspiring new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
these MOOCs and other open educational issues.
This sensational new book
also examines the
most important controversies associated with
MOOC courses and open education resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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