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 impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
that
studies
issues
regarding open
education resources
(OERs) and
massively open online courses (MOOC).
Modern
evolvements in
blended learning technology have provided the means for
students
in nations all aver the world
to take online classes.
These massive open courses are
normally free
for learners but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are a variety of
subjects that
online learning institutions
are having to consider
now that blended learning technology is
improving so quickly.
How can teachers
be assured that
the quality control for these
MOOCs is
good?
How can participants
guarantee that
educators are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach courses online?
What business models are being used by
institutions like
MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses?
What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal?
How can institutions
handle problems like
inadequate
student motivation and high
student attrition?
The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world.
As elearning becomes more
abundant there is a
growing
necessity
to gain a better understanding of how
massively open online courses are being conducted.
Students
and many other
participants
desire
to better grasp
these
open educational
ventures.
Instructors want
to better understand how
these MOOC courses
can be enhanced.
To satisfy this
growing
demand for
facts
the gripping new book
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
these MOOCs and other open education topics.
This interesting new book
also considers the
major controversies associated with
MOOC classes and OERS.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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