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Coursera’s editorial team is comprised of highly experienced professional editors, writers, and fact-checkers. Our articles are deeply researched and thoroughly reviewed to ensure we are providing trustworthy information and advice for any topic. We understand that taking the next step in your education or career can raise questions. We are here to provide actionable, reliable, and relevant answers so you can achieve your goals.

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An engineer working on data mining process on his laptop.

What Are the Types of Data Mining (and How to Start a Career)?

Data mining is an in-demand and growing field that relies on using computers to get insights from data. Learn about data mining basics and career opportunities.

March 7, 2024

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[Featured Image] A therapist talks with a patient after earning their degree.

What Degree Do You Need to Be a Therapist?

What degree do you need to be a therapist? The answer to that question depends on the type of work you want to do. Learn more about what you have to do to become a therapist or counselor.

March 6, 2024

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[Featured Image] A teacher writes on the whiteboard in their classroom after earning their degree.

What Degree Do You Need To Be a Teacher?

What degree do you need to be a teacher? Learn more about the general requirements to be a teacher and what you can study to prepare for a career in education.

March 6, 2024

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[Featured Image] A cryptologist works on a laptop, developing a security system for their company.

What Does a Cryptologist Do?

Learn what it takes to become a cryptologist. This article also helps you plan a career in encrypting and decrypting messages and explore employment prospects in cryptology.

March 6, 2024

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[Featured image] A marketing manager writes on a whiteboard where the words "customer segmentation" are written.

What Is Customer Segmentation? And How to Reach Customer Segments

Discover what customer segmentation is, how it helps businesses succeed, and how to segment and reach your customers more effectively.

March 6, 2024

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[Featured Image] A smiling woman uses a VR headset in a brightly colored room.

What is VR?

Virtual reality (VR) has many uses, from gaming and education to training and simulations. Learn more about this technology, types of VR, and details you need to know if you want to pursue a career in virtual reality.

March 6, 2024

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