MoocLab Newsletter: How to list MOOCs on your Résumé

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MoocLab Newsletter​

March 2017​

How to list MOOCs on your Résumé​

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) have come a long way since they first emerged back in 2012. The number of courses as well as the number of learners enrolling in them continues to grow, but more importantly, MOOC credentials are also gaining ground and employers are starting to take notice. Understandably, therefore, it is becoming more commonplace to see MOOCs listed on résumés. But showcasing these online courses needs some careful thought and planning to ensure it works to your advantage. ​

Find out how​

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Ten Top MOOC Picks for March 2017​

Every month we scour the MOOC platforms to hand pick a collection of top rated MOOCs for you to consider. Find courses in computer science, business, arts & humanities, sciences and more. ​

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Cyber Security for Small and Medium Enterprises: Identifying Threats and Preventing Attacks​

By Deakin University via FutureLearn
Starts March 6th
Discover what common cyber threats and attacks face small and medium enterprises, and what you can do to prevent them. ​

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Customer Analytics​

By the University of Pennsylvania via Coursera
Started February 27th
In this course, four of Wharton’s top marketing professors will provide an overview of key areas of customer analytics: descriptive analytics, predictive analytics, prescriptive analytics, and their application to real-world business practices including Amazon, Google, and Starbucks to name a few. ​

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Introduction to Computational Thinking and Data Science​

By Massachusetts Institute of Technology via edX
Starts March 7th
This course will teach you how to use computation to accomplish a variety of goals and provides you with a brief introduction to a variety of topics in computational problem solving.​

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Creative Writing: The Craft of Plot​

By Wesleyan University via Coursera
Started February 27th
In this course aspiring writers will be introduced to perhaps the most elemental and often the most challenging element of story: plot. ​

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Discover Online Learning Platforms​

In every month's Newsletter, we will be showcasing one of our reviewed Online Learning Platforms to help you discover the best platforms for your needs. ​

Eduonix Learning Solutions is an online educational services company based out of Mumbai, India. The company provides vocational training and professional skill building courses through its online education website. The firm imparts training on a multitude of topics from diverse areas, such as web development, software development, social media marketing, graphic designing and more. The company’s free as well as paid certificate courses have met with considerable success in the global online learning community.

• Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
• Price: $19 - $99. Includes some free courses
• Languages/Skills: JavaScript, C++, Ruby, PHP, NodeJS, MongoDB and more
• Instruction:Self-paced tutorial videos
• Course Length: Variable
• Accreditation: Certificate of Completion
• Prerequisites: None

See full review​

Help others make the right choices​

You can now add your own rating & review of the platforms you use. Just click on the name of the platform you want to rate and hover over the stars at the bottom of the page. Select the number of stars you want to award and complete the review fields. ​

Add your review now​

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Meet some of our new Study Buddies​

Guru_kev​

Main Subject Category : Math & Logic
Study Buddy subject : AP Calculus
Level of Knowledge : Pretty confident
Preferred language : English
Preferred study time : Evening
Goal : Academic development
About me : I am working toward improving my grades, work ethic, and time management.​

New Member, Male, 16, Yesterday at 9:31 PM​

+ Connect​

no_angel​

Main Subject Category : Data Science
Goal : Professional development
Preferred language : English
Level of Knowledge : Some knowledge
Platform Name : Coursera and/or http://course.fast.ai/
Preferred study time : Afternoon
Study Buddy subject : Deep and Machine Learning
About me : Currently living is Sydney. Self-studying Machine and Deep Learning and finding it difficult doing it alone. Would like to team up with others who are interested in doing the course together.​

New Member, 116, Yesterday at 12:57 PM​

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+ Connect​

Fresa​

Main Subject Category : Life Sciences
Study Buddy subject : Physics II / Genetics
Level of Knowledge : Some knowledge
Preferred language : English
Preferred study time : Evening
Goal : Academic development
About me : Hello, Just looking for someone that wants to set up regular online sessions in which we study together and keep each other on track, whether we're studying the same subject or not. Thanks!​

New Member, Female, 26, Friday at 2:08 AM

+ Connect​

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Latest News from across the Web​

• FutureLearn to charge learners for access to tests​

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• Coursera introduces skill-based course search​

• UK's FutureLearn launches in the US​

• Top 4 FAQ about the MicroMasters Credential (edX)​

• Students Who Comment More in MOOCs Have Higher Rates of Completion​

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Thanks for reading.

Carolyn ​

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