Today, we are excited to announce that Chris McCarthy, President/CEO of Showtime/Paramount Media Networks and MTV Entertainment Studios, has joined Coursera’s Board of Directors. Chris has produced some of the biggest shows on TV, using the power of content to shift perceptions and make a positive impact on important social…
MIT’s recent first annual Day of AI offered thousands of K-12 educators around the world a free series of hands-on activities intended to introduce students to artificial intelligence (AI) and help them explore how AI plays a part in their lives today. Such technologies offer exciting new ways for learners…
By Kevin Mills, Vice President, Coursera for Government From the smallest unit of local government to international organizations, public sector agencies around the world are undergoing digital transformations that leverage new technologies to carry out core functions. This evolution demands new skills and knowledge, chief among them data literacy. Yet…
Too often standards and curriculum dictate what students should learn in the classroom without allowing time (or opportunities) for them to pursue their academic interests. Add the pressure on students to attend college at all costs (literally and figuratively), and we find that learning remains dominated by the choices and…
Are you considering a career change? First of all, give yourself a pat on the back! The decision to switch careers is a big one. It takes courage and determination to embrace change in your professional life, no matter what age you are or how advanced you are in your…
After earning his culinary degree in Washington, Steven Schmidt went to work as a chef at the University of North Texas. There, Steven also enrolled in the online program for the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) from UNT in the fall of 2020. After earning his culinary degree…
If you’re at a point in your life where you’re considering continuing your education, you may wonder if online learning is the right path for you. Taking an online course requires a notable investment of time, effort, and money, so it’s important to feel confident about your decision before moving…
With more world-class content launching every week, there are always new topics to explore, new skills to learn, and new ways to achieve your goals. These latest courses, Specializations, and Professional Certificate programs cover everything from developing your own paid advertising campaign and building a high-performing team to creating machine…
Data analysis. Power BI. SQL. These tools and skill sets have become popular over the past decade as organizations rely more on data to drive key business decisions and strategies. Article link
Taking an online course is easy and you can do the whole course at your own pace and at your own time. Take a look at our broad range of courses to improve your knowledge or to pick up a new skill. Mind Academy aims to provide lifelong education for…