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      Coursera Project Network

      Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Search Engine Optimization, Blogs, Web Analytics, Web Content, Keyword Research, Information Architecture, Content Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      782 reviews

      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidad Austral

      Pilares de Marketing Digital

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Customer Relationship Management, Social Media, Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Online Advertising, Web Analytics, Marketing, Sales Process, Business Analytics, Search Engine Marketing, Email Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Content Performance Analysis, Target Audience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Search and Display Advertising

      Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Online Advertising, Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Advertising, Contextual Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Web Analytics and SEO, Automation, A/B Testing, Consumer Behaviour

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      96 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      5 Ways to Build a Better LinkedIn Profile

      Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Photo Editing, Professional Networking, Social Media, Professional Development, Branding, Search Engine Optimization

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      276 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      California Institute of the Arts

      World Design for Video Games

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Conceptual Design, Animation and Game Design, Virtual Environment, Art History, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design Strategies, Aesthetics, Design Research, Creativity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      818 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Input and Interaction

      Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, User Interface (UI), Usability, Interaction Design, Human Machine Interfaces, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Prototyping

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      719 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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      46 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Michigan State University

      Game Design and Development 5: Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Software Design Documents, Prototyping, Video Game Development, Software Documentation, Conceptual Design, Ideation, Usability Testing, Peer Review, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Prediction Models with Sports Data

      Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Data Processing, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Market Data, Performance Analysis, Analytics, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Manipulation, Probability, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Optimizing a Website for Google Search

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Client Services, Content Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Google Analytics, Forecasting, Digital Marketing, Expectation Management, Content Marketing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Reporting, Internal Auditing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Entrepreneurship 3: Growth Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Digital Marketing, Customer Acquisition Management, Business Metrics, Marketing Strategies, Market Dynamics, Business Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Paid media, Talent Management, People Management, Forecasting, Earned Media, Organizational Structure, Public Relations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to C++ Programming: Create a Tic-Tac-Toe Game

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Other Programming Languages, Application Development, Program Development, Computer Programming, Java Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular gaming courses

    • Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress: Coursera Project Network
    • Pilares de Marketing Digital: Universidad Austral
    • Search and Display Advertising: University of Colorado Boulder
    • 5 Ways to Build a Better LinkedIn Profile: Coursera Project Network
    • World Design for Video Games: California Institute of the Arts
    • Input and Interaction: University of California San Diego
    • Current Gen 3D Game Prop Production: Michigan State University
    • Game Design and Development 5: Capstone Project: Michigan State University
    • Prediction Models with Sports Data: University of Michigan
    • Optimizing a Website for Google Search: University of California, Davis

    Frequently Asked Questions about Gaming

    In general terms, gaming refers to specialized applications like video games and electronic games viewed and played through computers, mobile devices, smart TVs, and game consoles that are either handheld or link to a screen like a TV or a monitor. Gaming also refers to the work that goes into developing and creating these electronic games. This includes aspects of video game development and design, user interface design, interactive storytelling, level design, and gaming product development.

    Gaming's more recent growth has come not from console-based games, but from gaming in the cloud. As cloud technology has advanced in recent years, cloud gaming has soared in usage. All the computational work, like game logic processing, game scene rendering, and video encoding streaming, is now done in a cloud server, where the games are stored.‎

    It's important for you to learn gaming as it's been found to have positive mental benefits for users as well as creators. Gamers tend to be problem solvers, as many gaming scenarios put the user in situations in which they have to figure out an exit from danger. Gaming development also puts your brain to the test to be more imaginative. As a creator of video games, you'll have to learn to find new ways to energize your games, and this effort fuels your mental creativity.

    In addition, it's important to learn gaming since it is a continuously growing industry. The increasing usage of mobile gaming applications via smartphones and multi-user games in the cloud shows the gaming industry has a bright future ahead for both users and creators.‎

    The types of career opportunities in gaming include positions like gameplay programmer, game tester, visual designer, character animator, and game quality assurance tester. Working in gaming should appeal to those who can deliver creativity and fun while keeping a close eye on process and order. Getting the balance right with your creative skills and technology background can help you move closer to working in one of these jobs. As you begin to learn more about gaming, you may discover a similar area of interest.‎

    Online courses can help further your interest level and technical skills in developing video games for consoles, apps, or the cloud. You may already be an excellent gamer or have even developed some games on your own. Taking online courses can help you reach new levels of gaming application expertise in script development, game animation principles, and user experience. Online courses can help supplement your existing knowledge of gaming too, and you may be able to move deeper into game programming and development for an exciting career.‎

    Online Gaming courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Gaming skills. Choose from a wide range of Gaming courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Gaming, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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