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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Aprendizaje Activo STEM con Simulaciones Interactivas PhET

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Mathematics Education, Simulations, Interactive Design, Science and Research, User Feedback, Experimentation, Research, Scientific Visualization, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Algebra, Geometry

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Evolución

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Human Development, Human Learning, Environment, Anthropology, World History, Social Studies, Deductive Reasoning, Innovation, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, European History, Higher Education, Taxonomy, Mathematical Modeling, Scientific Methods, Probability & Statistics

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      Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Introducción a la Neurociencia

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Molecular Biology, Psychology, Anatomy, Human Development, Mental Health, Human Learning, Biology, Biochemistry

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      374 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Toronto

      Understanding and Managing the Stresses of Police Work

      Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Active Listening, Stress Management, Empowerment, De-escalation Techniques, Emotional Intelligence, Biology, Resilience, Self-Awareness

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      444 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Ɖcole Polytechnique FĆ©dĆ©rale de Lausanne

      Geographical Information Systems - Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, NoSQL, Data Modeling, Global Positioning Systems, Databases, SQL, Data Storage, Relational Databases

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science

      Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Research, Cultural Diversity, Science and Research, Systems Thinking, Anthropology, Physics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biology

      4.7
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      200 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Science & Religion 101

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Physics, Anthropology

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      Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      Moderna

      mRNAs as Medicines

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Precision Medicine, Pharmaceuticals, Emerging Technologies, Medical Science and Research, Infectious Diseases, Oncology, Public Health and Disease Prevention

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      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Charles Darwin: El origen del evolucionismo moderno

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, European History, Higher Education, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods

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      353 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Fundamentals of Immunology: Inflammation, Tolerance, Autoimmunity

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Infectious Diseases, Anatomy, Pathology, Laboratory Testing, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Patient Treatment, Medical Science and Research, Biology

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      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Anatomy & Physiology: Filtration and Reproduction

      Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Urology, Anatomy, Gynecology, Pathology, Patient Evaluation, Biology, Medical Terminology

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      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Our Energy Future

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Policy, Mitigation, Environment, Social Studies, Food and Beverage, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Science, Economics, Chemical Engineering, Production Process, Biology

      4.7
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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular biology courses

    • Aprendizaje Activo STEM con Simulaciones Interactivas PhET:Ā University of Colorado Boulder
    • Evolución:Ā Universidad Nacional Autónoma de MĆ©xico
    • Introducción a la Neurociencia:Ā Universidad de Palermo
    • Understanding and Managing the Stresses of Police Work:Ā University of Toronto
    • Geographical Information Systems - Part 1: École Polytechnique FĆ©dĆ©rale de Lausanne
    • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science:Ā The University of Edinburgh
    • Science & Religion 101:Ā University of Alberta
    • mRNAs as Medicines:Ā Moderna
    • Charles Darwin: El origen del evolucionismo moderno:Ā Universidad Nacional Autónoma de MĆ©xico
    • Fundamentals of Immunology: Inflammation, Tolerance, Autoimmunity:Ā Rice University

    Why Learn Biology?

    Biology is the study of living organisms, from cells and genetics to ecosystems and evolution. It forms the foundation for careers in healthcare, research, biotechnology, and environmental science. Learning biology helps you explore how life works and builds a deeper understanding of the natural world and your place within it.

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