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    Results for "scientific methods"

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Designing Effective Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Human Learning, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Education and Training, Writing, Community Outreach, Learning Theory, Pedagogy, Research, Technical Writing, Scientific Methods, Media and Communications, Science and Research, Persuasive Communication, Program Evaluation, Interviewing Skills, Photography, Infographics, Storytelling

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Biostatistics, Molecular Biology, Informatics, Biology, Computational Thinking, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Analysis, Data Processing

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      University of Toronto

      Bioinformatic Methods I

      Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Biotechnology, Data Analysis Software, Medical Science and Research, Analysis, Life Sciences

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Introduction to Archaeology

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Timelines, Scientific Methods, Social Justice, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Case Studies, Research, Peer Review, Data Analysis, General Science and Research, Environment, Community Development, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, World History, Investigation

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Neuroscience Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Science and Research, Laboratory Research, Research Methodologies, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Neurology, Psychology, Physiology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Image Analysis, Medical Equipment and Technology, Human Learning, Medical Imaging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology)

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Informed Consent, Innovation, Technical Writing

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      194 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Advanced Probability and Statistical Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis, Markov Model, Data Science, Statistics, Statistical Inference, Probability, R Programming

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Science and Research, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Image Analysis, Data Storage, Computer Science, Data Analysis Software

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      University of Lausanne

      Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court

      Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Legal Proceedings, Laboratory Reports, Scientific Methods, Statistical Analysis, Report Writing, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Case Studies, Molecular Biology

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Comparative Research Designs and Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Qualitative Research, Research Design, Social Sciences, Case Studies, Scientific Methods, Statistical Analysis, Computational Logic, Regression Analysis, Political Sciences

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Methods for Solving Problems

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, Deductive Reasoning, Behavioral Economics, Algorithms, Analytical Skills, Theoretical Computer Science

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      183 reviews

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      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      Computers, Waves, Simulations: A Practical Introduction to Numerical Methods using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Jupyter, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Python Programming, Mechanics, Vibrations, Linear Algebra, Simulations

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular scientific methods courses

    • Designing Effective Science Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法: Peking University
    • Bioinformatic Methods I: University of Toronto
    • Introduction to Archaeology: Rice University
    • Neuroscience Methods: Johns Hopkins University
    • Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology): Politecnico di Milano
    • Advanced Probability and Statistical Methods: Johns Hopkins University
    • AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery: The University of Edinburgh
    • Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court: University of Lausanne
    • Comparative Research Designs and Methods: Università di Napoli Federico II

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