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      Indian Institute for Human Settlements

      Shaping Urban Futures

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Climate Change Adaptation, Systems Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Research, Big Data

      4.6
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      55 reviews

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA)

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research Design, Report Writing, Research, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Data Analysis Software, Case Studies

      4.8
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      157 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Serious Gaming

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Case Studies, Culture, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Research, Simulations, Psychology, Program Evaluation, Emerging Technologies, Social Sciences

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      370 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      After the Arab Spring – Democratic Aspirations and State Failure

      Skills you'll gain: Demography, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, World History, Governance, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Economics, Education and Training

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      537 reviews

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      Yonsei University

      Gender, Family, and Social Change in Contemporary South Korea

      Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, World History, Demography, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      318 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Introduction aux Droits de l’Homme

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Legal Research, International Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Proceedings, European History, Case Law, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Diplomacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      Learning to Teach Online

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Planning, Technology Strategies, End User Training and Support, Technical Communication, Quality Assurance, Continuous Monitoring, Computer Literacy, Digital Transformation, Digital Communications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.2K reviews

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      Arizona State University

      Teach English Now! Foundational Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Enthusiasm, Motivational Skills, Learning Styles, Language Learning, Education Software and Technology, Stress Management, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness, Cultural Diversity, General Networking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Anticorrupción: Introducción a conceptos y perspectiva práctica

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Social Network Analysis, Public Administration, Accountability, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Case Studies, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Governance, Social Justice, Disciplinary Procedures, Legal Proceedings, Compliance Training, Political Sciences, Performance Measurement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      University of London

      Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World

      Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Crisis Intervention, Sustainable Development, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Social Justice, Governance, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, Human Development, World History, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Yale University

      Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress

      Skills you'll gain: Student Support and Services, Working With Children, School Counseling, Personal Development, Stress Management, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Relationship Building, Active Listening

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Chinese Politics Part 1 – China and Political Science

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Economics, Economic Development, Governance, Culture

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      352 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Shaping Urban Futures: Indian Institute for Human Settlements
    • Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA): Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Serious Gaming: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • After the Arab Spring – Democratic Aspirations and State Failure: University of Copenhagen
    • Gender, Family, and Social Change in Contemporary South Korea: Yonsei University
    • Introduction aux Droits de l’Homme: University of Geneva
    • Learning to Teach Online: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
    • Teach English Now! Foundational Principles: Arizona State University
    • Anticorrupción: Introducción a conceptos y perspectiva práctica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World: University of London

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