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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Animals and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Healthcare Ethics, Psychology, Laboratory Research, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Research, Media and Communications, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Food and Beverage, Rehabilitation, Environmental Issue, Biology, Non-Verbal Communication, Nutrition and Diet, Sports Medicine

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      Universiteit Leiden

      The Great Sustainability Transition: Global challenges, Local actions

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Environment, Pollution Prevention, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Systems Thinking, Climate Change Adaptation, Biology, Community Organizing

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Genetic Epidemiology Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Quality, Statistical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Molecular Biology, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Data Validation, Biology

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Active Learning in STEM with PhET Interactive Simulations

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Teaching, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Pedagogy, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Feedback, Research, Experimentation, Peer Review, Scientific Methods, Design Strategies, Technical Documentation, Graphing, Physics, Biology, Chemistry

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      143 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Introduction to Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Scientific Methods, Human Learning, Human Development, Learning Theory, Culture, Biology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Case Studies, Statistical Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Fundamentals of Immunology: Dueling with Pathogens and Cancer

      Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Preventative Care, Public Health, Oncology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Drug Development, Pharmacology

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Arizona

      Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment, Climate Change Programs, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Biology, Environment and Resource Management, Life Sciences, Sustainable Systems, Physical Science, Water Quality, Research, Emerging Technologies

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Florida

      Agroforestry IV: Climate, Carbon Storage and Agroforestry

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Natural Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Spatial Analysis, Research Methodologies, Biology

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Nutrition and Weight Management for Fitness Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Counseling, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutritional Assessment, Health And Wellness Coaching, Exercise Science, Physiology, Biology, Anatomy, Communication

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 2: Belief Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Biology, Sociology, Psychology, Ancient History, Political Sciences, Neurology, Science and Research

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      The University of Hong Kong

      口腔种植学 (Implant Dentistry)

      Skills you'll gain: Dental Procedures, Dentistry, Oral and Dental Care, Treatment Planning, Patient Evaluation, Surgery, Dental Instruments, Dental Radiography, Medical Equipment and Technology, Oral Health, Digital Transformation, Clinical Practices, Risk Analysis, Biology

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      Emory University

      Extinctions: Past, Present, & Future

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Physical Science, Environmental Issue, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Ancient History, World History, Timelines, Biology, Climate Change Adaptation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Animals and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The Great Sustainability Transition: Global challenges, Local actions: Universiteit Leiden
    • Genetic Epidemiology Foundations: University of Colorado System
    • Active Learning in STEM with PhET Interactive Simulations: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Fundamentals of Immunology: Dueling with Pathogens and Cancer: Rice University
    • Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet: University of Arizona
    • Agroforestry IV: Climate, Carbon Storage and Agroforestry: University of Florida
    • Nutrition and Weight Management for Fitness Professionals: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 2: Belief Systems: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    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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