Interviews

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An Online Course to Understand Climate Change Denial

John Cook of the University of Queensland talks about the scientific consensus on climate change and how some are in denial of this.

Charlie Chung Apr 22nd, 2015

Programming an Essential Literacy for the Future

Charles Severance at the University of Michigan talks about his mission of teaching everyone programming and the importance of protecting the internet.

Charlie Chung Apr 21st, 2015

Learn How Consumers are Taking Control Through Digital Tools

Prof. Rindfleisch discusses new trends in digital marketing, particularly the revolutionary role of 3D printing.

Charlie Chung Apr 20th, 2015

More than Meets the Eye: Dr. Len White on Perception and the Brain

The brain is fascinating, and though we know so much, there is much more that is still unknown.

Charlie Chung Apr 15th, 2015

It’s Not Just Who You Know–It’s Where: The Geospatial Revolution

An intersection of computing power and mapping techniques allows location to become an ever more important attribute of the data we generate and utilize.

Charlie Chung Apr 8th, 2015

Scaling Education to the Community: How Libraries Can Leverage MOOCs

Public libraries can utilize MOOCs to help bring new resources to the community, while also helping with social engagement with MOOCs. The example of Skokie Public Libray illustrates some possibilities.

Charlie Chung Apr 7th, 2015

Learner Story: Michael Takes His Work Relationships to a New Level

Learner profile of Class Central user Michael, who has used online courses in unique and innovative ways to enhance his career and enrich his personal life.

Charlie Chung Apr 1st, 2015

Program the Supercomputer in your Pocket: Full Stack Android App Development

Learn the full stack of creating Android mobile apps through a Coursera Specialization, as described in an interview with Prof. Adam Porter of the University of Maryland.

Charlie Chung Mar 31st, 2015