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      University of Pennsylvania

      Refugee & Asylum Advocacy: Legal Frameworks for Protection

      Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Immigration Law, Community and Social Work, Human Services, Social Justice, World History, Legal Research, Legal Proceedings, International Relations, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Case Studies

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Multimodal Literacies: Communication and Learning in the Era of Digital Media

      Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Literacy, Oral Expression, Pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Learning Strategies, Multimedia, Cultural Diversity, Language Learning, Digital Communications, Writing, Non-Verbal Communication

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      Rice University

      Introduction to Archaeology

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Timelines, Public History, Social Justice, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, World History, Social Studies, Cultural Responsiveness, Liberal Arts, Sustainable Development, Peer Review, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Environment, Case Studies, General Science and Research, Health Equity, Social Sciences, Data Analysis

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      National Taiwan University

      Taiwan Law in Focus: Economy, Society and Democracy

      Skills you'll gain: Civil Law, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Case Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Economic Development

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      IE Business School

      Business Opportunities and Risks in a Globalized Economy

      Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, International Finance, Economics, Business Economics, Market Opportunities, International Relations, Global Marketing, Demography, Business Risk Management, Analysis, Growth Strategies, Policy Analysis

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      University of Amsterdam

      Reclaiming the Street for Livable Urban Spaces

      Skills you'll gain: Action Oriented, Community Organizing, Strategic Planning, Community Development, Change Management, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Transportation Operations, Innovation, Advocacy, Experimentation, Policy Analysis, Case Studies, Environmental Issue

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Modelos de diseño instruccional para ambientes digitales

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Instructional Design, Pedagogy, Planning, Design Strategies, Quality Assurance, Virtual Environment, Innovation, Emerging Technologies

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      Goodwill Industries International

      Supporting Clients

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Coaching, Client Support, Employee Onboarding, LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Branding, Negotiation, Business Writing, Goal Setting, Financial Planning

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      Duke University

      Understanding 9/11: Why 9/11 Happened & How Terrorism Affects Our World Today

      Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Studies, Security Strategy, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Policy Development, World History

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      University of Geneva

      International Organizations for Interpreters

      Skills you'll gain: Multilingualism, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Language Competency, International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences, Intercultural Competence, Governance

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Aprendizaje Activo STEM con Simulaciones Interactivas PhET

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Design Strategies, Mathematics Education, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Interactive Design, User Feedback, Conceptual Design, General Science and Research, Scientific Visualization, Chemistry, Display Devices, Physics, Biology

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      SEL Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Teaching, Curriculum Planning, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, Higher Education, Program Evaluation, Storytelling, Self-Awareness

      4.7
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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social work courses

    • Refugee & Asylum Advocacy: Legal Frameworks for Protection: University of Pennsylvania
    • Multimodal Literacies: Communication and Learning in the Era of Digital Media : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Archaeology: Rice University
    • Taiwan Law in Focus: Economy, Society and Democracy: National Taiwan University
    • Business Opportunities and Risks in a Globalized Economy: IE Business School
    • Reclaiming the Street for Livable Urban Spaces: University of Amsterdam
    • Modelos de diseño instruccional para ambientes digitales : Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Supporting Clients: Goodwill Industries International
    • Understanding 9/11: Why 9/11 Happened & How Terrorism Affects Our World Today: Duke University
    • International Organizations for Interpreters: University of Geneva

    Why Learn Social Work?

    Social work is a practice-based profession focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities through challenges like poverty, mental health, and social inequality. It blends advocacy, communication, and problem-solving to promote well-being and social justice. Learning social work can prepare you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, education, policy, and human services.

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