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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning have empowered humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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