MOOCs 101: An Introduction to Massive Open Online Courses
- 1 January 2014
- journal article
- Published by Informa UK Limited in Medical Reference Services Quarterly
- Vol. 33 (1), 85-91
- https://doi.org/10.1080/02763869.2014.866490
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.Keywords
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