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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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