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Medical Reference Services Quarterly Volume 33, 2014 - Issue 1
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EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES: Matthew B. Hoy and Tara J. Brigham, Column Editors

MOOCs 101: An Introduction to Massive Open Online Courses

Matthew B. Hoy Mayo Clinic Health System-Eau Claire, Eau Claire, Wisconsin, USACorrespondence[email protected]
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Pages 85-91 | Published online: 14 Feb 2014
 
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Abstract

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) are a new type of online class that allow anyone, anywhere, to participate via video lectures, computer graded tests, and discussion forums. This article will give a basic overview of what MOOCs are, how they work, and some of their inherent advantages and disadvantages. It will also explore what MOOCs mean for medical education and libraries. A list of MOOC-related resources is also included.

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Matthew B. Hoy

Matthew B. Hoy, MLIS ([email protected]) is Supervisor of Library and Media Support Services, Mayo Clinic Health System-Eau Claire, 1221 Whipple Street, Eau Claire, WI 54701.

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