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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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