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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Seeing Through Photographs by The Museum of Modern Art

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About the Course

In an era of constant visual noise, there is a difference between looking at an image and truly recognizing its power. This course invites you to bridge that gap, transforming a daily habit into a deeper understanding of the photographic medium. The Museum of Modern Art offers you exclusive entry into one of the world’s most influential photography collections. Videos take you on behind-the-scenes visits to artist studios to explore the diverse ideas and technologies that inform image-making. By analyzing 100 landmark photographs, you will uncover the cultural narratives, scientific breakthroughs, and creative choices that have shaped the medium’s history. Whether you are a student refining your research skills, a professional looking to sharpen your critical thinking, or a lifelong learner looking to learn more about photography, this course will help you develop visual literacy skills applicable to any field. You’ll cultivate your ability to navigate the visual culture that defines our world and gain a global perspective on how photographs are tools for storytelling, documentation, and critique....

Top reviews

DC

Jun 4, 2024

Absolutely wonderful. This historical overview challenges your mind and allows you to think outside of the box. Also, your views on photography will be thoroughly enhanced. Try it today!

UY

May 26, 2019

It was well organized course and learned essential principles to interpret photos. Thanks Coursera, MoMA and other sponsors for such an opportunity and platform for learning exploration. With Love!

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By Beatr�z R F M

Aug 23, 2024

I would only eliminate nude images to make it acceptable for teens even from the age of sixteen.

By Morten W

Sep 21, 2016

A really amazing course full of excellent resources. Perfect for the inquisitive photographer.

By Guillermo M

May 1, 2016

Great course to learn about the different visions and angles that photography has to offer

By Philipp L

Apr 13, 2016

Interesting insights in the history of photography and current way of how photos are seen.

By Pilar P d C

May 23, 2018

anyone who likes photography should follow this course. Entertaining and enlightening.

By Camila V

Apr 15, 2016

A very good course, I learned a lot about new perspectives and history of photography

By Frank C

Sep 26, 2016

Rather interesting. Challenged my perception of what photography is and could be.

By Tom C

Mar 9, 2016

I just watched the videos - but they were terrific and very illuminating. Thanks!

By Tim B

Apr 4, 2017

Thought provoking material, that enlarged by view of the field of photography.

By Mariana X

Jun 14, 2016

Excelente curso. Nos dá uma outra visão sobre a sensibilidade para fotografia.

By Elaine I

May 30, 2020

Loved it! Lots of reading, more than I expected, but worthwhile. Thank you :)

By Alisha C

May 6, 2020

Enjoyed how this class made me think more about what I want my photos to say.

By Ana P T

Apr 11, 2016

Me parece un buen curso aunque a veces hay algunos fallos con los subtítulos

By Taís A M

Jun 23, 2016

Amazing course! Interesting and very useful for who likes photography.

By Rosemarie S

May 18, 2018

Super opportunity to view and understand some of MOMA's exhibits.

By Francisco L

Jul 14, 2019

This Course broadened my mind and opened it up to new horizons.

By Jorge F

May 14, 2016

No está mal, aunque los grandes artistas de la foto no están...

By Janny B

Apr 19, 2018

Great class to study especially for those anyone who love arts

By Chang N

Jun 13, 2017

This course provides a brief historical review of photography.

By Ander A G

Mar 14, 2016

A quick but full course about history of American photography

By Isabel P

May 22, 2019

Very good course, a lot of very important topics discussed.

By Matias E

Nov 26, 2025

It was fine and I learned a lot but there were odd images.

By Deiri D L F

Nov 28, 2024

Desde muchos años la fotografía ha sido el mejor invento.

By Carolina P M G

May 7, 2020

Interesting course. Inspire. Open up new perspectives.