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      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      The American South: Its Stories, Music, and Art

      Skills you'll gain: Business Psychology, Culture, Leadership and Management, Communication, Storytelling, Writing

      4.6

      (393 reviews)

      Mixed · Course · 1-3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Fandom, Community, and Identity in Popular Music

      Skills you'll gain: Business Psychology, Culture, Leadership and Management, Communication, Creativity, Critical Thinking

      Beginner · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      Berklee

      The DIY Musician

      Skills you'll gain: Communication, Entrepreneurship, Creativity, Leadership and Management, Research and Design, Marketing, Sales, Strategy, Strategy and Operations, Collaboration, Media Production, Brand Management, Decision Making, Entrepreneurial Finance, Human Computer Interaction, Media Strategy & Planning, Planning, Social Media, Storytelling, Supply Chain and Logistics, User Experience, Writing

      4.7

      (3.3k reviews)

      Beginner · Specialization · 3-6 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Mastering Final Cut Pro

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Human Computer Interaction, Accounting, Accounting Software, Business Analysis, Business Psychology, Computational Logic, Computer Architecture, Computer Graphic Techniques, Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Computer Vision, Data Visualization, Entrepreneurship, Geovisualization, Graphics Software, Interactive Design, Leadership and Management, Machine Learning, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematics, Media Production, Network Architecture, Organizational Development, Programming Principles, Research and Design, Strategy and Operations, Theoretical Computer Science, User Experience

      4.5

      (186 reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-3 Months

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      The University of Chicago

      Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Management, Marketing, Sales, Strategy, Strategy and Operations, Human Computer Interaction, Behavioral Economics, Business Psychology, Computer Networking, Finance, Regulations and Compliance, Virtual Reality

      4.8

      (1k reviews)

      Mixed · Course · 1-3 Months

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      University of Rochester

      History of Rock, Part One

      Skills you'll gain: Business Psychology, Culture, Leadership and Management

      4.8

      (1.1k reviews)

      Mixed · Course · 1-3 Months

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      Yale University

      The Nature of Genius

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Critical Thinking, Research and Design, Strategy and Operations, Communication, Entrepreneurship, General Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Big Data, Business Psychology, Computer Networking, Creativity, Culture, Data Management, Innovation, Leadership and Management, Marketing, Network Model, Social Media

      4.8

      (101 reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Python Programming, Statistical Programming, Machine Learning Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Feature Engineering, Probability & Statistics, Business Psychology, Entrepreneurship, Machine Learning Software, Computer Vision, Marketing, General Statistics, Natural Language Processing, Computer Programming, Leadership and Management, Project Management, Regression, Sales, Strategy, Strategy and Operations, Tensorflow, Differential Equations, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Decision Making, Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain and Logistics, Advertising, Communication, Estimation, Forecasting, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Bayesian Statistics, Calculus, Probability Distribution, Statistical Tests, Big Data, Computer Architecture, Computer Networking, Data Management, Human Computer Interaction, Network Architecture, User Experience, Algebra, Computational Logic, Computer Graphic Techniques, Computer Graphics, Data Structures, Data Visualization, Hardware Design, Interactive Design, Markov Model, Network Model

      4.8

      (138.4k reviews)

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3-6 Months

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      California Institute of the Arts

      UI / UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, User Experience, User Research, Interactive Design, Organizational Development, Research and Design, User Experience Design, Business Psychology, Computer Architecture, Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Data Visualization, Design and Product, Entrepreneurship, Geovisualization, Graphic Design, Java Programming, Leadership and Management, Marketing, Mobile Development, Network Architecture, Programming Principles, Sales, Strategy, Strategy and Operations, Web Design, Web Development

      4.7

      (6.8k reviews)

      Beginner · Specialization · 3-6 Months

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      Modern and Contemporary Art and Design

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Entrepreneurship, Business Analysis, Business Psychology, Communication, Critical Thinking, Culture, Leadership and Management, Research and Design, Strategy and Operations, Design and Product, Product Lifecycle

      4.8

      (13.8k reviews)

      Beginner · Specialization · 3-6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Sequence Models

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Feature Engineering, Linear Algebra, Machine Learning Algorithms, Probability & Statistics, Python Programming, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Programming, Differential Equations, Advertising, Business Psychology, Communication, Entrepreneurship, Estimation, Forecasting, Marketing, Applied Mathematics, General Statistics, Tensorflow, Algorithms, Big Data, Data Management, Human Computer Interaction, Machine Learning Software, Theoretical Computer Science, User Experience, Computer Graphics, Interactive Design

      4.8

      (29.2k reviews)

      Intermediate · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Instructional Methods in Health Professions Education

      Skills you'll gain: Business Psychology, Entrepreneurship, Human Learning, Leadership and Management, Human Resources, People Development, Data Analysis, Operations Research, Professional Development, Research and Design, Strategy and Operations

      4.7

      (412 reviews)

      Intermediate · Course · 1-3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular music theory courses

    • The American South: Its Stories, Music, and Art: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • Fandom, Community, and Identity in Popular Music: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The DIY Musician: Berklee
    • Mastering Final Cut Pro: LearnQuest
    • Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms: The University of Chicago
    • History of Rock, Part One: University of Rochester
    • The Nature of Genius: Yale University
    • Deep Learning: DeepLearning.AI
    • UI / UX Design: California Institute of the Arts
    • Modern and Contemporary Art and Design: The Museum of Modern Art

    Frequently Asked Questions about Music Theory

    • Coursera has some great free music theory courses, such as Edinburgh Music Theory, Audio Signal Processing and The Music and Life of Beethoven. These online classes can help you deepen your understanding of music theory, audio technology and Beethoven's rich musical legacy.‎

    • If you are new to music theory, Berklee's Musicianship Specialization is the perfect place to start. It offers courses such as Music Theory, Play Guitar, Piano Techniques for Modern Music, and Guitar Theory that can help you get a great foundation in music theory and unlock your musical potential.‎

    • For those looking to learn more advanced music theory, Melodic Forms and Simple Harmony, Piano Scales for Modern Music, Beethoven's Piano Sonatas, The Blues and Jazz Improvisation courses are excellent resources to expand your musical knowledge!‎

    • Music theory is the set of rules that govern how to create and communicate music. You can think of music theory as the equivalent of grammar when it comes to language. The fundamentals of melody, rhythm, and harmony are the main elements of music theory. Many of the skills you need to play an instrument or sing are part of music theory as well—elements like notes, chords, scales, keys, and tempo. Music theory also explains the qualities that make a song or piece of music good, such as pitch, tone, dynamics, and timbre.‎

    • A knowledge of music theory can help you become a better singer, musician, songwriter, or performer. It’s true that you can write a quality song or compose a compelling piece of music with no understanding of music theory whatsoever, but knowing the logic behind good music helps you to create works listeners will enjoy. Music theory isn’t a set of hard and fast rules you must obey every time, but it helps you communicate and connect better with the music that you create. Understanding music theory also makes it easier to conquer more complex musical forms and styles.‎

    • If you’re a professional musician or aspire to be one, having a knowledge of music theory can help you play pieces and sing songs better. You’ll also compose better songs or works when you understand how music theory works. Music theory also comes in handy if you’re teaching music because you can impart your knowledge to your students and help them succeed. Even if you don’t play music professionally, you can benefit from knowing music theory because it helps you think strategically, and making music for fun spurs your creativity as well, both of which can enhance any career you have.‎

    • Music theory is a broad discipline, but online courses on Coursera can help you learn it with the flexibility that fits your lifestyle. You’ll have access to information that can help you gain a foothold in the concepts and rules that govern music theory, and you’ll also have the opportunity to discover practical applications that can help you compose and perform music more effectively. As a professional musician looking to take your career to the next level or a living room performer who wants to hone your skills, online courses on Coursera provide resources that can help you attain the knowledge you need to make music with greater confidence.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.
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