By Linlin Xia, Teaching and Learning Team, Coursera Taking an online course for the first time? As a member of Coursera's Teaching and Learning team, I've had the privilege to work with hundreds of educators to bring their courses to more than 48 million people around the world. Based on research and best practices from…
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By: Talia Kolodny, Coursera Is it possible to boost an online learner’s performance with a simple design adjustment? The D4 (data-driven design decisions) team at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, led by Dr. Adam Fein, is working to answer this question definitively. The team set out to explore whether multimedia quiz feedback can make a positive…
By: Alan Hickey, Vinod Bakthavachalam, Alexandra Urban and Talia Kolodny The challenge of expanding access to education is central to creating an equitable and thriving society. Yet, overcoming structural inequalities demands more than mere access. Research shows a significant gender gap in both enrollment and achievement when it comes to scientific and technical education. This…
By: John Heijligers, Art Director for EIT Digital at Eindhoven University of Technology. Creating engaging videos is one of the greatest challenges for online teaching, as video can create learning experiences that go beyond the classroom. The instructor’s enthusiasm and passion for the topic is crucial when it comes to creating an engaging video. As…
For Teacher Appreciation Day, we’ve highlighted 5 courses that share innovative teaching strategies, ways to incorporate new technology in the classroom, and how to get students to engage. 1. Get Organized: How to be a Together Teacher This course is designed for teachers who juggle time-sensitive tasks and often-exhausting teaching schedules. With an eye toward…
By: Talia Kolodny, Partner Community Manager To continue our series highlighting Coursera’s Outstanding Educator Awards, we’re thrilled to feature Dr. Christopher Brooks, winner of the Outstanding Educator Award for Innovation. Read on to discover the innovative teaching strategies that Dr. Brooks uses in the Applied Data Science with Python Specialization. #1 Teaching globally, learning locally…