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    Master debate skills for effective argumentation and persuasion. Learn to construct logical arguments, rebut opposing views, and communicate persuasively.

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      University of Geneva

      Cultures et pédagogies

      Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Education and Training, Teaching, Cultural Sensitivity, Higher Education, Cultural Diversity, Working With Children, Culture, Human Learning, Student-Centred Learning, Social Justice, Environment and Resource Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Engage and Assess Students with Quizizz

      Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Learning Management Systems, Teaching, Survey Creation, Education Software and Technology, Performance Reporting, Content Performance Analysis, Data Collection, User Accounts

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Revolutionary Ideas: Borders, Elections, Constitutions, Prisons

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Public Policies, Governance, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, Legal Proceedings, Sociology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Thought Experiments: An introduction to philosophy

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Systems Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Political Sciences, Sociology, Psychology, Research, Discussion Facilitation

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Black Lives Matter

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Organizing, Diversity Awareness, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Sociology, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Demography, World History, Advocacy

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      82 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Koç University

      Etkili Konuşmada Retorik (Rhetoric in Effective Speaking)

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Literacy, World History, Adaptability, Communication, Liberal Arts, Communication Strategies, Creative Thinking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Negotiation Strategies and Styles

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Leadership Studies, Communication, Decision Making, Business Relationship Management, Complex Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IE Business School

      Marketing Strategy Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Market Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Insights, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Target Market, Competitive Analysis, Product Strategy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      116 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Washington

      Business English: Planning & Negotiating

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Negotiation, Event Planning, Event Management, Business Communication, Planning, Proposal Development, Business Writing, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      595 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Emerging Trends & Technologies in the Virtual K-12 Classroom

      Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Augmented Reality, Teaching, Game Design, Virtual Environment, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Information Privacy, Social Media

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      665 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Sapienza University of Rome

      The Changing Landscape of Ancient Rome. Archaeology and History of the Palatine Hill

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Social Studies, World History, Scientific Methods, Art History, Cultural Responsiveness, Storytelling

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      321 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

      The Strategist's Challenge

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, Market Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Value Propositions, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Business Modeling, Market Dynamics, Market Opportunities, Business Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      76 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Cultures et pédagogies: University of Geneva
    • Engage and Assess Students with Quizizz: Coursera Project Network
    • Revolutionary Ideas: Borders, Elections, Constitutions, Prisons: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Thought Experiments: An introduction to philosophy: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Black Lives Matter: Johns Hopkins University
    • Etkili Konuşmada Retorik (Rhetoric in Effective Speaking): Koç University
    • Negotiation Strategies and Styles : Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Marketing Strategy Capstone Project: IE Business School
    • Business English: Planning & Negotiating: University of Washington
    • Emerging Trends & Technologies in the Virtual K-12 Classroom: University of California, Irvine

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