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    Study music appreciation to understand and enjoy different music styles. Learn about music history, notable composers, and musical elements.

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      Michigan State University

      Current Gen 3D Game Prop Production

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Video Game Development, Computer Graphics, Animation and Game Design, Prototyping, Design Research, Baking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Guided Imagery

      Skills you'll gain: Treatment Planning, Music, Education Software and Technology, Mindfulness, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Research, Verbal Communication Skills, Mental Health Therapies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      218 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      GRAMMY GO

      What Does a Music Producer Do?

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Instrumental Music, Media Production, Post-Production, Creativity, System Configuration

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Evolution of Video Editing Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Post-Production, Storyboarding, Editing, Video Production, Animations, Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Music, Typography, Creative Problem-Solving, Communication

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Community Organizing, Social Justice, Advocacy, Student Engagement, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Performing Arts, Creativity, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Discussion Facilitation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      150 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Understanding the Value of Human-Centered Design

      Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, User Experience Design, Stakeholder Engagement, Design Thinking, Design Research, Creativity, Ideation, Data Collection, Storytelling, Collaboration, Innovation, Stakeholder Communications, Data Storytelling, User Research, Process Mapping, Communication, Needs Assessment

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      Theatre and Globalization

      Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Culture, International Relations, World History, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Social Studies, Intercultural Competence, Music History, Public History, European History, Media and Communications, Multimedia, Research, Economics, Business Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      225 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Zurich

      Asian Environmental Humanities: Landscapes in Transition

      Skills you'll gain: Landscape Architecture, Environmental Issue, Environment, Aesthetics, Environmental Policy, Liberal Arts, Social Studies, Culture, Social Sciences, Pollution Prevention, Art History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Storytelling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      192 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      California Institute of the Arts

      Fundamentos del Diseño Gráfico

      Skills you'll gain: Typography, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Digital Design, Photo Editing, Computer Graphic Techniques, Color Theory, Creativity

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Launching Your Music Career

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Business Planning, Recruitment, Music Performance, Event Management, Portfolio Management, Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Performing Arts, Recruitment Strategies, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Value Propositions, Growth Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Branding, Target Market

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Adobe Indesign for Beginners: Workshop Flyer Design

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe InDesign, Color Theory, Typography, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Digital Design, Design Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      SAE Institute México

      Distribución digital de la música independiente

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Publishing, Digital Content, Digital Media Strategy, Music, Product Promotion, Marketing Channel, Commercialization, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Planning, Social Media Marketing, Content Strategy, Revenue Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Current Gen 3D Game Prop Production: Michigan State University
    • Guided Imagery: University of Minnesota
    • What Does a Music Producer Do?: GRAMMY GO
    • The Evolution of Video Editing Techniques: University of Colorado Boulder
    • ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements: Duke University
    • Understanding the Value of Human-Centered Design: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Theatre and Globalization: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
    • Asian Environmental Humanities: Landscapes in Transition: University of Zurich
    • Fundamentos del Diseño Gráfico: California Institute of the Arts
    • Launching Your Music Career: University of Colorado Boulder

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