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    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      IA generativa en el aula

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Education Software and Technology, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Data Ethics, Computer Vision, Information Privacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Intellectual Property

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      600 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • N

      Nanjing University

      Chinese Culture and Contemporary China

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Culture, Classical Music, World Music, Social Studies, Cultural Sensitivity, Ancient History, Media and Communications, Art History, Language Learning, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Electronic Media, Intercultural Competence, Performing Arts, Anthropology, Sociology, Nutrition and Diet

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      519 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Psychology of Popularity

      Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Social Sciences, Behavioral Health, Behavior Management, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Sociology, Child Development, Biology, Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • D

      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Apprendre comment apprendre (ACA) : Des outils mentaux puissants qui vous aideront à maîtriser des sujets difficiles

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Curiosity, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Stress Management, Time Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      700 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Introduction to Algae

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Manufacturing and Production, Food and Beverage, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceuticals, Biology, Taxonomy, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Laboratory Testing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Stakeholder Engagement, Innovation, Prototyping, Brainstorming, Storytelling, Human Centered Design, Ideation, Service Design, User Experience, Experimentation, Qualitative Research, Data Visualization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      415 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Algae Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Corporate Sustainability, Regulatory Requirements, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Commercialization, Regulatory Affairs, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Production Process, New Product Development, Product Development, Environmental Engineering, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      584 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Lausanne

      Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court

      Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Legal Proceedings, Scientific Methods, Statistical Analysis, Report Writing, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Verification And Validation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      511 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      Tel Aviv University

      Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Anatomy, Food and Beverage, Laboratory Research, Nutrition and Diet, Environmental Science

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law

      Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Proceedings, Diversity Programs, Interviewing Skills

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      196 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • V

      Vanderbilt University

      Hot Topics in Criminal Justice

      Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Public Safety and National Security, Social Justice, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Political Sciences, Case Law, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Disabilities, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      178 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Uncommon Sense Teaching

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Teaching, Learning Strategies, Learning Theory, Differentiated Instruction, Student Engagement, Human Learning, Time Management, Mental Concentration, Student-Centred Learning, Neurology, Adaptability

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      619 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular earth sciences courses

    • IA generativa en el aula: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Chinese Culture and Contemporary China : Nanjing University
    • Psychology of Popularity: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • Apprendre comment apprendre (ACA) : Des outils mentaux puissants qui vous aideront à maîtriser des sujets difficiles: Deep Teaching Solutions
    • Introduction to Algae: University of California San Diego
    • Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector: University of Virginia
    • Algae Biotechnology: University of California San Diego
    • Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court: University of Lausanne
    • Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology: Tel Aviv University
    • Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law: University of Pennsylvania

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