Michigan State University Courses

Cameras, Exposure, and Photography

6 reviews

Learn the basics of photography, from camera functions to creative framing, in this 4-week course offered by Michigan State University.

• Coursera
• 19 hours 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Getting Started With Music Theory

732 ratings at Coursera

Learn the basics of music theory in a 4-week course by Michigan State University. Explore pitch, rhythm, notation, scales, and harmony. Ideal for beginners and ear-trained musicians.

• Coursera
• 13 hours 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Design and Make Infographics (Project-Centered Course)

943 ratings at Coursera

Learn to create engaging infographics using Adobe Illustrator in this 4-week project-centered course by Michigan State University. Ideal for anyone interested in data visualization.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

What is news?

1131 ratings at Coursera

Explore the basics of professional journalism, news values, and ethics with real-world examples in this 5-week course from Michigan State University.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Script Writing: Write a Pilot Episode for a TV or Web Series (Project-Centered Course)

738 ratings at Coursera

Learn to write a pilot episode for a TV or web series with Michigan State University's 5-week course. Develop a series bible, create a polished script, and gain confidence in pitching your ideas.

• Coursera
• 21 hours 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Journalism, the future, and you!

356 ratings at Coursera

You will explore areas such as being an international correspondent, self-publishing in journalism, as well as how to freelance in the field.

• Coursera
• 1 day 3 hours 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Camera Control

1795 ratings at Coursera

Master camera control with Michigan State University's 4-week online course. Learn about exposure modes, light metering, ISO settings, lens options, shutter speeds, and depth of field principles.

• Coursera
• 13 hours 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Gathering and Developing the News

493 ratings at Coursera

Master journalism skills with Michigan State University's 4-week course. Learn newsgathering, interviewing, researching, and information processing for publication.

• Coursera
• 22 hours 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Game Design and Development 1: 2D Shooter

444 ratings at Coursera

If you love games and want to learn how to make them, then this course will start you down that path.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Emergence of Oncofertility (Past, Present & Future)

31 ratings at Coursera

Explore the interdisciplinary field of oncofertility with this 1-week course from Michigan State University. Ideal for healthcare professionals and researchers in related fields.

• Coursera
• 2 hours 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Principles of Photo Composition and Digital Image Post-Production

1231 ratings at Coursera

Learn professional photo composition and digital image post-production techniques in a 4-week course from Michigan State University, featuring Adobe Lightroom training.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Photography Techniques: Light, Content, and Sharing

1091 ratings at Coursera

Master photography techniques with Michigan State University's 4-week online course. Learn about content, light manipulation, flash control, and sharing your work effectively.

• Coursera
• 23 hours 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success

831 ratings at Coursera

Learn to develop an entrepreneurial mindset with Michigan State University's 3-week course. Gain insights to reframe your thinking, argue effectively for your business, and make initial startup decisions.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Photography Capstone Project

539 ratings at Coursera

An 8-week capstone project from Michigan State University, focusing on creating a portfolio of 10 photographs. Offers peer review, feedback, and industry discounts upon completion.

• Coursera
• 20 hours 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Write Your First Novel

301 ratings at Coursera

Learn to write your first novel with this 26-week course from Michigan State University. Gain skills to create, write, and complete a fully-realized novel ready for publication.

• Coursera
• 5 days 7 hours 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)