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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in e-learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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