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      Yale University

      Music and Social Action

      Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, Music History, Liberal Arts, Music, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Pedagogy, Teaching, Public Affairs, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Advocacy, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      180 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Digital Media for Health Outcomes, English

      Skills you'll gain: Health Promotion, Health Education, Media and Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Program Evaluation, Patient Communication, Surveys, Behavioral Health, Digital Communications, Driving engagement, Persuasive Communication, Instagram, Facebook, Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Enseñanza de las matemáticas de primaria

      Skills you'll gain: Arithmetic, Geometry, Mathematics Education, Systems Of Measurement, General Mathematics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      346 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Solving Problems with Creative and Critical Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Root Cause Analysis, Professional Development, Critical Thinking, Analysis, Personal Development, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      650 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Health Across the Gender Spectrum

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Pediatrics, Working With Children, Cultural Diversity, Family Support, Mental Health, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Child Development, Parent Communication, Child Health, Medical Support, Public Health

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Programa en Desarrollo de nuevas empresas

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Partnership, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, New Business Development, Resource Allocation, Entrepreneurial Finance, Financial Analysis, Target Market, User Feedback, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Team Building, New Product Development, Leadership Development, Business Process Modeling, Performance Metric, Revenue Forecasting, Product Development, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Cash Flows

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      996 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The State University of New York

      Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success

      Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Critical Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Professional Development, Data Ethics, Computer Literacy, Education Software and Technology, Computer Security Awareness Training, Technology Solutions, Creativity, Digital Communications, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Collaboration, Communication

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      442 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Teacher's Social and Emotional Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Teaching, Empathy, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Persistence, Relationship Building

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      671 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Salesforce

      Groundwork for Success in Sales Development

      Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Productivity, Growth Mindedness, Sales Development, Professional Development, Goal Setting, Prioritization, Professionalism, Collaboration, Personal Development, Teamwork, Sales, Performance Metric, Constructive Feedback, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Accountability

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      455 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Theory, Instructional Design, Technology Solutions, Disabilities, Human Computer Interaction, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Gerontology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      189 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Visual Perception and the Brain

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Neurology, Color Theory, Visual Impairment Education, Motion Arguments, Biology, Physiology, Anatomy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      274 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Data Analyst Career Guide and Interview Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, LinkedIn, Professional Development, Data Analysis, Recruitment, Data Storytelling, Relationship Building, Presentations, Analytical Skills, Portfolio Management, Business Writing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      704 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular higher education courses

    • Music and Social Action: Yale University
    • Digital Media for Health Outcomes, English: Yale University
    • Enseñanza de las matemáticas de primaria: Universidad de los Andes
    • Solving Problems with Creative and Critical Thinking: IBM
    • Health Across the Gender Spectrum: Stanford University
    • Programa en Desarrollo de nuevas empresas: Universidad de los Andes
    • Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success: The State University of New York
    • The Teacher's Social and Emotional Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Groundwork for Success in Sales Development: Salesforce
    • Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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