masters in UX design or human computer interaction - MOOC question

[Sara143]

In short... Coursera, Edx, FutureLearn, Udacity, and other MOOC's mentioned on the board are class/course providers, they do provide 'professional certificates' but are not authorized to confer degrees.  So, think of them as Sophia.org, Study.com, or other ACE/NCCRS providers we mention, they provide the class and partner with an institution to grant the degree.

Example, you've taken Sophia.org, Study.com, and whatever ACE credits and transferred to UMPI for a degree. When you finish, you have a 'legit' degree as it's granted by a public/state institution.  For Coursera and Edx, it's the same, they partner with somewhat well known universities and you get a 'legit' degree in the end from a public/state or private non-profit institution.

Thank you so much you explained very well.