Coursera honors innovative educators at 2024 Partner Awards. Discover how these visionaries are transforming online learning and shaping the future of global education. Photo by Chloe Jackman By Kina Lara, Senior Partner Marketing Manager As Coursera marks its 12th year, we continue to be inspired by the dedication and innovation…
By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer Today, I’m excited to introduce a new Coursera survey of more than 1.000 higher education leaders—including deans, provosts, and chancellors representing 850+ institutions across 89 countries — which shows a major acceleration in the adoption of micro-credentials among campuses globally. Students and employers…
Learning the theory behind the application with the MS in Data Analytics Engineering As a working analytics engineer with a bachelor of arts in behavioral psychology from the University of Maine, Marta found herself craving further education that would be relevant to her career path. After considering degree options like…
Open doors with Northeastern’s Master of Science in Information Systems Lifelong learner and career switcher, Daiyin Yu, sought flexible, affordable options for online education. Previously having achieved a law degree, Daiyin pivoted her interest towards a more technical field at her “dream school”, Northeastern University. In the online Master of…
This week, we’re returning to our list of transferable technical skills, or the practical-knowledge skills that appear in job listings across the most career areas. So far, we’ve discussed how spreadsheet skills and project management skills stand to boost your qualifications regardless of your occupation. This week, we’re taking a…
The Master of Business Administration (iMBA) from Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) is a great option for learners like Molly Johnson who want to explore continuing their education by first completing stackable courses on Coursera. With these courses, learners can build their skills into…
Discover the latest opportunities to advance your career with groundbreaking online business, health, and engineering degree programs. Whether you aspire to lead with a master’s degree in management, delve into the world of viruses and vaccines with a specialization, or pursue advanced studies in computer engineering at an Ivy League…
By Jeff Maggioncalda, Coursera CEO I’m delighted to present Coursera’s sixth annual Global Skills Report, a trusted resource for leaders and institutions worldwide to understand the rapidly transforming skills landscape. The report draws on data and insights from our global learning community—including over 148 million learners and 7,000 institutional customers—and…
Using pedagogy and user research to take a learner-centered approach Online education opens up a world of possibilities, enabling learners to acquire new skills and knowledge from anywhere, at their own pace. However, it can also present challenges, including staying motivated, balancing other life priorities, and overcoming roadblocks. At Coursera,…
In the fall of 2023, Empire State University (SUNY Empire) began accepting credit for courses and credentials on Coursera with ACE Credit Recommendation. That means you may be able to to receive college credit (ranging from 1 to 18 credits) after you complete programs on Coursera that have ACE Credit Recommendation,…