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 illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
edited collection
that
examines
topics
regarding open
education resources
and
massively open online courses (MOOCs).
Modern
changes in
electronic education technology are empowering
humans
in every nation on earth
to be participants in classes online.
Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class.
These MOOC classes are
typically free
for learners but do not
always
lead to formal accreditation.
There are many
subjects that
technology-enhanced learning organizations
have to struggle with
more than ever because blended learning technology is
improving so quickly.
How can we
certify that
the quality of teaching provided by these
MOOC courses is
adequate?
This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education.
How can participants
ensure that
teachers are properly credentialed
and qualified for online teaching?
What different business models are being used by
organizations like
U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes?
What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal?
How can stakeholders
deal with
poor
learner motivation and high
learner attrition?
As learning technology becomes more
available there is a
growing
need
to understand how
these massively open online courses are being conducted.
Instructors
and numerous other
stakeholders
desire
to better understand
the outcomes of these
open education
experiments.
People want
to perceive how
these massively open online courses
can be made better.
To handle this
expanding
demand for
knowledge
the dramatic new book
MOOCs and Open Education
provides a critical analysis of
these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects.
This gripping new book
also examines the
major controversies associated with
these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS).
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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