A-State & Coursera

Welcome to Coursera at Arkansas State University

Coursera is a leading global online learning platform that offers flexible, high-quality courses from top universities and organizations.
Through A-State’s partnership with Coursera, faculty and staff can access thousands of courses designed to enhance skills, advance careers, and expand learning opportunities.

Introducing the Coursera Career Academy

Through the Coursera Career Academy, A-State faculty and staff have access to over 600 courses focused on career development and micro-credentialing.
Participants can earn professional certificates from major industry leaders such as Google, Meta, and IBM, helping build valuable skills and credentials to stay competitive in today’s workforce.

Opportunities for Personal Career Development

Faculty and staff can use Coursera to:

• Earn micro-credentials in specialized fields.
• Complete professional certifications.
• Strengthen skills in leadership, technology, communications, project management, and more.
• Enhance career opportunities at their own pace with flexible online learning.

Integrating Coursera into Faculty Courses

Faculty are encouraged to incorporate Coursera assignments into their course design.
By integrating Coursera modules, you can:

• Offer real-world, industry-recognized content to students.
• Assign Coursera courses as graded activities or supplemental learning.
• Provide students an opportunity to earn additional credentials while completing their degree.

This integration enhances the academic experience by connecting coursework with skills needed in today’s professional environment.

View video presentation from Coursera and instructions on integrating Coursera with Canvas here, Coursera Faculty Presentation.