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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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