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      Sungkyunkwan University

      In Search for the Origins of Korean Philosophy

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, World History, Social Studies, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Intellectual Autonomy

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Persuasive Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Human Learning, Verification And Validation, Public Policies

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Personal Journeys: Identity, Motivation, and Resilience

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Goal Setting, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Creativity, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Overcoming Obstacles, Culture, Lifelong Learning, Community Development, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Liberal Arts, Human Development

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Berklee

      Building Your Career as a Professional Singer

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music Performance, Musical Composition, Leadership, Booking (Sales), Professional Networking, Professional Development, Entrepreneurship, Verbal Communication Skills, Scheduling

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Asia Oriental en el s. XX: introducción desde la Historia

      Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Governance, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Economics, World History, Social Studies, International Relations, Diplomacy, Socioeconomics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Aplicaciones musicales con Arduino

      Skills you'll gain: Electronic Hardware, Electronic Components, Electronics, Hardware Design, Programmable Logic Controllers, Music, Embedded Systems, System Configuration, Digital Communications, Creative Design, Creativity, Physics, Computer Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Western Religions & Ecology

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Water Resources, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Culture, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Justice

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Curtis Institute of Music

      Exploring Beethoven's Piano Sonatas Part 6

      Skills you'll gain: Classical Music, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music History, Music Performance

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Morehouse College

      Activism in Sports and Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Social Studies, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Political Sciences, Sociology, Oral Expression, Media and Communications, Writing, Timelines

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Fandom and Popular Culture in the Digital Age

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Digital Publishing, Self-Awareness, Literacy, Content Creation, World Music, Personal Development, Blogs, Instagram, Media and Communications, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Liberal Arts, Electronic Media, Critical Thinking, Social Studies, Sociology, Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      東亞儒學:孟子二 (East Asian Confucianisms: Mencius(2))

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, World History, Social Studies, Culture, Ancient History, Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Political Sciences, Economic Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      UI/UX Design with Sketch: Travel Booking App

      Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Prototyping, Usability, User Experience Design, Mockups, UI Components, Design Elements And Principles, User Flows

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular humanities courses

    • In Search for the Origins of Korean Philosophy: Sungkyunkwan University
    • Intellectual Autonomy: University of Glasgow
    • Personal Journeys: Identity, Motivation, and Resilience: University of Colorado System
    • Building Your Career as a Professional Singer: Berklee
    • Asia Oriental en el s. XX: introducción desde la Historia: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Aplicaciones musicales con Arduino: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Western Religions & Ecology: Yale University
    • Exploring Beethoven's Piano Sonatas Part 6: Curtis Institute of Music
    • Activism in Sports and Culture : Morehouse College
    • Fandom and Popular Culture in the Digital Age: University of Colorado Boulder

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