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By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer, Coursera In 2018, Google partnered with Coursera to reimagine job training and create an affordable, online program that prepared anyone — regardless of background or experience — for an entry-level, in-demand job. What began with a single IT certificate has expanded to nine programs that have transformed the…

By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer, Coursera We constantly collaborate with our world-class university and industry partners to expand our catalog. Today, I’m excited to announce several new partners, five entry-level Professional Certificates, an expansion of our GenAI catalog, and a new degree pathway to support learners and institutions worldwide. New Partners & Specializations…

By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer, Coursera  Today, we are proud to announce that more than 1 million learners have enrolled in courses, Specializations, projects, and Professional Certificates from Microsoft, an industry partner since 2021. Microsoft learners span 195+ countries, with India, the U.S., Canada, Pakistan, and the U.K. rounding out the top five.…

By Marni Baker Stein For the second consecutive year, GenAI is the fastest-growing skill on Coursera. To support learners at every level, from beginners to experts, our partners published over 450 courses in 2024, expanding our catalog by 6x.   Since the launch of ChatGPT, these courses have amassed over 4 million enrollments. Below is a…

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 of our partners. Together, we’re…

By Jeff Maggioncalda, Coursera CEO   Classrooms around the world are bustling with students of varying skill levels and career goals, each striving to succeed in a rapidly changing workforce. Educators work hard to support every learner, but with crowded classrooms and limited time, it’s a daunting task.  Today, at Coursera Connect, I’m excited to…

By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer, Coursera 2023 — what a monumental year for online learning. Generative AI is already transforming education and careers, and learners worldwide are preparing themselves for the future. I think this will be the year we look back on as a turning point.  2023 by the numbers: Data as…

By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer at Coursera The demand to earn degrees online is here to stay. University leaders say, on average, 60% of students are more interested in online learning this year than last year. To better serve learners, we’ve expanded our degree portfolio by over 40% since last year and now…

By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer at Coursera For over a decade, the best universities have partnered with Coursera to help reshape higher education by expanding access and outcomes for learners worldwide. The latest U.S. college rankings reflect this commitment and account for social mobility, educational equity, and student outcomes. I want to congratulate…

Scott Shireman, Global Head of Coursera for Campus Career outcomes are a top decision-making factor for students selecting their higher education institution. Enhancing curricula to better align with in-demand skills used by today’s employers is therefore a top priority for higher education institutions. Industry micro-credentials, such as Professional Certificates offered through Coursera’s Career Academy, are…