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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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