Does the thought of going back to school make you cringe? Memories of strict teachers, pop quizzes and homework might give you pause, but don’t fret. The explosion of MOOCs, or massive online open classes, have opened up endless adult educational opportunities. Now, it’s possible to hone critical thinking or management skills from the home office — without anybody telling you to pay attention.
Where to get started? Below is a cheat sheet for five Courseraclasses that field service leaders should consider enrolling in to enhance their careers.
1. Brush Up on Your Creativity
A course about the literary arts, specifically comic books and graphic novels, might not be an obvious choice. So why is it No. 1 — besides being a cool course that probably wasn’t offered at your school? Research shows that reading novels can actually alter your brain chemistry — and make you smarter. Graphic novels, meanwhile, are a twist and could open your mind to new ideas.
To keep reading, click here: 5 Online Classes That Every Service Leader Should Take: A Cheat Sheet
#3, “Write Like an Expert” has a $35 charge.