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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Innovación Educativa

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Solution Design, Entrepreneurship, Student-Centred Learning, Digital Transformation, Digital Content, Creativity

      4.7
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      243 reviews

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Natural Language Processing with Sequence Models

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Text Mining, Machine Learning Methods

      4.5
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      1.2K reviews

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      Vanderbilt University

      Microsoft 365 Copilot: Personal Productivity for All

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Target Audience, Microsoft Teams, Productivity Software, Complex Problem Solving, Strategic Communication, Brainstorming, Artificial Intelligence, Communication, Project Management Software, Generative AI, Critical Thinking, Automation

      4.7
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      222 reviews

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      University of Michigan

      Writing and Editing: Revising

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Writing, Proofreading, Critical Thinking, Detail Oriented, Collaboration, Time Management, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      391 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Secure Coding Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Cryptography, Exploit development, Authentications, Encryption, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Security, Application Security, Security Controls, Vulnerability Management, Security Testing, Software Design, C and C++, Verification And Validation, Java, Programming Principles, Cybersecurity

      4.5
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      599 reviews

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Sociology, Discussion Facilitation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      526 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      CVS Health

      CVS Health Retail Customer Service

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, De-escalation Techniques, Greeting Customers, Customer Service, Empathy, Cross Selling, Call Center Experience, Transaction Processing, Upselling, Retail Sales, Retail Store Operations, Customer Complaint Resolution, Cash Register Operation, Problem Solving, Conflict Management, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Inquiries, Teamwork, Communication, Time Management

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      359 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Professional Certificate Ā· 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Understanding Prostate Cancer

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Radiation Therapy, Diagnostic Tests, Oncology, Pain Management, Preventative Care, Pathology, Urology, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Surgery, Care Management, Clinical Trials, Risk Analysis, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Imaging

      4.8
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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Sustainability of Social-Ecological Systems: the Nexus between Water, Energy and Food

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Sustainable Systems, Data Literacy, Systems Thinking, Case Studies, Sustainable Development, Quantitative Research, Sustainability Standards, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Analysis, Environmental Science, Policy Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Environment and Resource Management, Correlation Analysis

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      98 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      CertNexus

      CertNexus Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Data Ethics, Governance, Business Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Responsible AI, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Media Relations, Strategic Thinking, Communication Strategies, Business Leadership, Accountability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Emerging Technologies, Organizational Leadership, Risk Management, Communication, Leadership, Learning Strategies, Test Planning

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Artificial Intelligence: an Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Intellectual Property, Responsible AI, Legal Risk, Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Dimensionality Reduction, Cloud Platforms, Deep Learning, Hardware Architecture, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Information Privacy, Information Technology, Social Studies, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.6
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      680 reviews

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      UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      Designing the Future of Work

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Transformation, Workforce Development, Strategic Thinking, Automation, Digital Transformation, Human Centered Design, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Service Design, Business Process Automation, Forecasting, Organizational Change

      4.7
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      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular independent thinking courses

    • Innovación Educativa:Ā Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Natural Language Processing with Sequence Models:Ā DeepLearning.AI
    • Microsoft 365 Copilot: Personal Productivity for All:Ā Vanderbilt University
    • Writing and Editing: Revising:Ā University of Michigan
    • Secure Coding Practices:Ā University of California, Davis
    • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion:Ā The University of Edinburgh
    • CVS Health Retail Customer Service:Ā CVS Health
    • Understanding Prostate Cancer:Ā Johns Hopkins University
    • Sustainability of Social-Ecological Systems: the Nexus between Water, Energy and Food:Ā Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • CertNexus Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist:Ā CertNexus

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