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      University of California, Irvine

      Emerging Trends & Technologies in the Virtual K-12 Classroom

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Collaborative Software, Teaching, Augmented Reality, Game Design, Virtual Environment, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Information Privacy, Social Media

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      665 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      (Successful Presentation) العرض التقديمي الناجح

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Influencing, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Composure, Creativity, Rapport Building, Adaptability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      475 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Actúa ante el dolor crónico

      Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Stress Management, Goal Setting, Resilience, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Health And Wellness Coaching, Exercise Therapy, Nutrition and Diet, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      289 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Artificial Intelligence in Social Media Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Analytics, Unstructured Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Unsupervised Learning, Semantic Web, Data Processing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Emory University

      Getting a Consulting Job

      Skills you'll gain: Consulting, Business Consulting, Management Consulting, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Project Management, Case Studies, Team Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      450 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Mastering Self Management Skills for Career Growth

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Time Management, Stress Management, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Persuasive Communication, Complex Problem Solving, Productivity, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Creative Problem-Solving, Personal Development, Business Ethics, Prioritization, Compliance Management, Teamwork, Goal Setting, Dealing With Ambiguity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      97 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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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, User Feedback, Interactive Design, Experimentation, Research, General Science and Research, Scientific Visualization, Chemistry, Display Devices, Physics, Biology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      750 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IE Business School

      Critical Perspectives on Management

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Management, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business, Capital Budgeting, Governance, Case Studies, Organizational Effectiveness, Corporate Strategy, Business Leadership, Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Ancient History, Organizational Structure, Business Strategy, Social Studies, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      312 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Adapt your leadership style

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Change, Adaptability, Staff Management, Influencing, Diversity and Inclusion, Self-Awareness, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      998 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Manchester

      Global Health and Humanitarianism

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Public Health, Healthcare Ethics, Emergency Response, Emergency Services, Safety and Security, International Relations, Infectious Diseases, Policy Analysis, Chronic Diseases, Advocacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Vulnerability, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      283 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Emory University

      Health in Complex Humanitarian Emergencies

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Epidemiology, Community Health, Nutrition and Diet, Emergency Response, Sanitation, Health Promotion, Social and Human Services, Water Resources, Infectious Diseases, Health Administration, Mental Health, Data Collection

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      364 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Evolución

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Human Learning, Environment, World History, Social Studies, Deductive Reasoning, Cell Biology, Scientific Methods, European History, Taxonomy, Specimen Collection, Political Sciences, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      363 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Emerging Trends & Technologies in the Virtual K-12 Classroom: University of California, Irvine
    • (Successful Presentation) العرض التقديمي الناجح: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Actúa ante el dolor crónico: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Artificial Intelligence in Social Media Analytics: Johns Hopkins University
    • Getting a Consulting Job: Emory University
    • Mastering Self Management Skills for Career Growth: LearnKartS
    • Aprendizaje Activo STEM con Simulaciones Interactivas PhET: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Critical Perspectives on Management: IE Business School
    • Adapt your leadership style: Macquarie University
    • Global Health and Humanitarianism: University of Manchester

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