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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Serious Gaming

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Case Studies, Culture, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Research, Simulations, Psychology, Program Evaluation, Emerging Technologies, Social Sciences

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    370 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Refugees in the 21st Century

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Social Work, Case Studies, International Relations, World History, Social Justice, Cultural Sensitivity, Conflict Management, Demography, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, European History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    565 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Introduction to English Common Law

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Case Law, Legal Research, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Civil Law, Political Sciences, European History, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Indian Institute for Human Settlements

    Shaping Urban Futures

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Climate Change Adaptation, Systems Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Research, Big Data

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    A Law Student's Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Strategy, Legal Proceedings, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Policy Analysis, Case Studies, Learning Strategies, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Understanding Violence

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Public Health, Conflict Management, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Media and Communications, Child Welfare

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    288 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA)

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research Design, Report Writing, Research, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Data Analysis Software, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    157 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Chinese Politics Part 1 – China and Political Science

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Economics, Economic Development, Governance, Culture

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    352 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Aprender

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Quick Learning, Self-Motivation, Lifelong Learning, Literacy, Mental Concentration, Willingness To Learn, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Productivity, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Growth Mindedness, Goal Setting

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    5.5K reviews

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    The University of Sydney

    Academic Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Editing, Research, Creative Thinking, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Deductive Reasoning, Brainstorming, Communication, Information Management, Analytical Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, English Language, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Digital Communications, Complex Problem Solving, Professionalism

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Anticorrupción: Introducción a conceptos y perspectiva práctica

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Social Network Analysis, Public Administration, Accountability, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Case Studies, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Governance, Social Justice, Disciplinary Procedures, Legal Proceedings, Compliance Training, Political Sciences, Performance Measurement

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Foundational Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Motivational Skills, Learning Styles, Language Learning, Education Software and Technology, Stress Management, Communication Strategies, Communication, Self-Awareness, Cultural Diversity

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    16K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular earth sciences courses

  • Serious Gaming: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Refugees in the 21st Century: University of London
  • Introduction to English Common Law: University of London
  • Shaping Urban Futures: Indian Institute for Human Settlements
  • A Law Student's Toolkit: Yale University
  • Understanding Violence: Emory University
  • Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA): Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Chinese Politics Part 1 – China and Political Science: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Aprender: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Academic Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney

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