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 definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
which
explores
issues
pertaining to open
education resources
(OERs) and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
Modern
advancements in
distance learning technology are providing the means for
students
in all parts of the world
to participate in classes online.
Massively open online courses are
almost always free
for students but do not
consistently
lead to formal accreditation.
Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist.
It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments.
There are many
subjects that
technology-enhanced learning institutions
must deal with
more than ever because blended learning technology is
improving so fast.
How can educators
ensure that
the quality control for these
MOOCs is
adequate?
How can organizations
assure that
lecturers are properly credentialed
and qualified for online teaching?
What different business models are being used by
organizations like
Australia to conduct these MOOC classes?
What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today?
How can organizations
deal with the problems of
inadequate
student motivation and high
learner dropout rates?
As digital education technology becomes more
widespread there is a
expanding
need
to perceive how
these MOOC classes are being conducted.
Corporations
and lots of other
stakeholders
need
to better grasp
these
new open educational
undertakings.
Everyone wants
to gain more knowledge about how
these MOOC courses
can be made better.
In response to this
crescive
demand for
data
the thrilling new book
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
MOOCs and other open educational issues.
This gripping new book
also addresses the
most important controversies associated with
these massive online courses and open educational resources.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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