Coursera Partners with Saudi Arabia’s MCIT to Launch Programs Supporting Vision 2030 and Developing...
By Jeff Maggioncalda, CEO Coursera Today, we are excited to announce the launch of the Saudi Generative AI and Tech Freelancers programs, a collaboration between Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), Coursera, and the National eLearning Center. These programs aim to equip Saudi citizens with the in-demand skills needed to thrive in…
Wharton Online and OpenAI launch a new course on Coursera, “AI in Education: Leveraging ChatGPT...
By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer, Coursera Today, we are excited to announce AI in Education: Leveraging ChatGPT for Teaching, a new course from Wharton Online designed to help educators understand the fundamentals of GenAI tools like ChatGPT. Experts at Wharton created this course in collaboration with OpenAI, the AI research and deployment company…
From Start to Finish: How Early Course Design Can Drive Online Learner Completion
The first week of an online course is critical. It establishes the tone, sets expectations, and can determine a learner’s commitment to completing the course. At Coursera, we have been analyzing data to understand which elements are most impactful during that first week, and how best to design Gateway Professional Certificate courses to boost completion…
Announcing 10 entry-level Professional Certificates from our biggest partners as digital transformation reshapes the...
By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer, Coursera Today, we are announcing an expansion of our entry-level Professional Certificate portfolio, including 10 programs from new and existing industry partners. With these additions, Coursera now hosts 80+ entry-level Professional Certificates spanning numerous job roles from software development to game design, with nearly half launched in 2024…
Google launches Prompting Essentials course as demand for AI skills continues to grow
By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer, Coursera Today, Google is launching a new GenAI course, Prompting Essentials, to help anyone, even those without prior experience, design better prompts and use AI more effectively. The demand to learn GenAI from industry leaders remains strong. The Google AI Essentials course, launched in April, has become the…
Following a dream to the bachelor’s completion program at Georgetown
Amanda finds the online learning she needs to prep for law school and more Amanda is a student in the Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies program at Georgetown University’s School of Continuing Studies. Students in this degree program are able to tailor their learning to align with future pursuits, with options to study business,…
Announcing new Professional Certificates and scholarship program from Adobe to help train the next...
Cropped photo of creative people prototyping new web site design for a client while having a meeting in the modern office. Creative agency concept By Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer, Coursera Today, we are thrilled to announce that Adobe, a leader in creativity and digital experiences, is expanding the Adobe Digital Academy with the…
University of Texas System and Coursera Expand Micro-credential Program Partnership to Include UT’s Health...
By Jeff Maggioncalda, Coursera CEO Career paths are evolving, even for advanced healthcare professionals. In today’s competitive and fast-changing job market, those with specialized knowledge, high-demand professional skills, and a willingness to learn will stand out. Today, we’re excited to announce the expansion of our partnership with the University of Texas System (UT System) to…
Introducing Coursera’s 2024 Outstanding Enterprise Customer Achievement Award Winners
Coursera honors innovative global enterprise customer at its 12th Annual Outstanding Achievement Awards. Discover how these winners are transforming education and shaping the future of learning worldwide. Photo by Chloe Jackman As Coursera celebrates its 12th year, we stand at the forefront of a global learning revolution. Our customers have not just adapted to the…
Announcing Coursera’s 2024 Outstanding Partner Achievement Award Winners
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…
