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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic education technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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