MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. Routledge.
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
studies
subjects
pertaining to open
educational resources
(OERs) and
massive open online courses (MOOC).
Brand new
gains in
blended learning technology are providing the means for
humans
in nations all aver the world
to participate in courses online.
These MOOC courses are
almost always free
but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are several
issues that
online education institutions
have to consider
more than ever because distance learning technology is
advancing so rapidly.
How can institutions
make sure that
the quality control for these
massively open online courses is
satisfactory?
This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience.
How can participants
certify that
teachers are properly credentialed
and qualified to teach online classes?
What different business models are being used by
institutions like
Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses?
What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can participants
handle problems like
low
learner motivation and high
attrition?
As distance learning technology becomes more
abundant there is a
necessity
to gain more knowledge about how
MOOC classes are being conducted.
Educators
and many other
stakeholders
would like
to gain a better understanding of
these
fascinating new open education
ventures.
Academics want
to perceive how
these MOOCs
can be enhanced.
In response to this
desideratum for
data
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
these massively open online courses and other open education subjects.
This gripping new book
also articulates the
key controversies associated with
these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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