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The Science of Success: What Researchers Know that You Should Know
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 11 hours
  • Course by University of Michigan
  • Offered by

About

This engaging course is designed to help you achieve the success that you desire. Drawing on decades of scientific research, you will learn what the most successful people do differently than others, why IQ is not the most significant predictor of success (and can sometimes backfire), and why many commonly held beliefs hold people back from achieving their goals. Although this course is based on the science of success, you will learn many practical ideas that you can apply to your own life immediately, particularly in three main areas: • Getting better results at work (and school) • Achieving career success (however you define success) • Enjoying a meaningful, happy, and healthy life By the time you finish this course you will know more than most people know about what predicts success in life. One of the most important lessons you’ll learn is that success is earned day-by-day through small wins - small, achievable actions that together can help you achieve your goals sooner and exceed even your own expectations. Therefore, you will have an opportunity to complete a detailed action plan through which you can turn what you learned into specific steps for achieving your most treasured life goals.

Modules

Lectures

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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4 Videos

  • On Street Interviews - What is Success?
  • Welcome and Why I Created this Course
  • What is Success?
  • What Predicts Success? Myths and Realities

1 Readings

  • Course Syllabus

Introduction

    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Get to Know Your Classmates

3 Readings

  • About the Professor
  • How to Earn a Course Certificate
  • Help us learn more about you!

Optional Materials

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Interview with Vic Strecher, University of Michigan Professor of Public Health, discussing the importance of finding purpose in life and work. This video complements required video 2 (What is Success?).

2 Readings

  • Optional Companion Book
  • Optional Reading from Companion Book

Assignment

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Week 1

Lectures

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • What is a Growth Mindset and How Can it Help You Succeed?
  • How the Growth Mindset Reduces Negative Impacts of Prejudice
  • What Are Positive Core Self-Evaluations and How Can they Help You Succeed and Make More Money, Too

Optional Reading

    • 1 Readings
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1 Readings

  • Chapter 2: The Power of Beliefs

Assignment

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Week 2

Lectures

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • The Miracle on the Hudson
  • What Separate Experts from Non-Experts?
  • How You Can Become an Expert through Purposeful, Deliberate Practice

Optional Reading

    • 1 Readings
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1 Readings

  • Chapter 3: The Power of Expertise

Assignment

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Week 3

Lectures

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • What is Conscientiousness, and Why Are Conscientiousness People More Likely to Succeed in School, at Work, and in Life?
  • What is Grit, Why Do Gritty People Succeed, and How Can You Develop Your Grit

Self-Assessment

    • 1 Readings
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1 Readings

  • Conscientiousness and Grit Assessment

Optional Materials

    • 2 Readings
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2 Readings

  • Chapter 4: The Power of Self-Motivation
  • Collette and Collettey’s Cookie Business

Assignment

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Week 4

Lectures

    • 4 Videos
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4 Videos

  • What is Social Capital and Why Does It Matter?
  • Developing Self-Awareness and Creating Your Brand
  • Becoming an Energizer
  • Building your Network and Social Capital

Self-Assessment

    • 1 Readings
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1 Readings

  • Are You an Energizer?

Optional Reading

    • 1 Readings
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1 Readings

  • Chapter 5: Are You an Energizer?

Assignment

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Week 5

Lecture

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • The Power of a Plan – Creating a Personalized Action Plan that Gets Results

Optional Reading

    • 1 Readings
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1 Readings

  • Chapter 6: Creating Your Action Plan

Assignment

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Personalized Action Plan for Success

2 Readings

  • Post-Course Survey
  • Title: Keep Learning with Michigan Online!

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Discover the secrets of success with this foundational course in Business & Management, taught by Coursera. Dive into decades of scientific research to uncover what truly sets successful individuals apart. Learn practical strategies for better results at work, career achievements, and a fulfilling life. At 660 minutes, this course offers actionable insights and a detailed action plan to help you achieve your goals. Available through Starter and Professional subscriptions, it's perfect for anyone eager to transform their approach to success.

Paula Caproni
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Paula Caproni