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      University of Toronto

      The City and You: Find Your Best Place

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Socioeconomics, Crisis Management, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Decision Making, Economic Development, Demography, Economics, International Relations

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      157 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Advanced SQL Retrieval Queries in SQLiteStudio

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Problem Solving

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      98 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Basic Game Development with Levels using Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Program Development, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Application Development, Problem Solving, Design, Computer Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Duke University

      Open Design

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, User Experience Design, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Creativity, Cultural Diversity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Intelligent Digital Factories

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Internet Of Things, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Embedded Software, Peripheral Devices, Integrated Development Environments, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning, Civil Engineering, Computer Programming Tools, Wireless Networks, Automation, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Architecture

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      306 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      BCG

      Digitale Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Design Thinking, Technology Strategies, Business Process Reengineering, Data Strategy, Growth Strategies, Business Strategies, Market Dynamics, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Leadership, Operational Efficiency, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Queering the Schoolhouse: LGBTQ+ Inclusion for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Development, Education and Training, Workplace inclusivity, Advocacy, School Counseling, Student Support and Services, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Lifelong Learning, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Justice, Community Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      143 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans

      Skills you'll gain: Usability, Usability Testing, Problem Solving, Human Factors, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Human Factors Engineering, Creativity, User Interface (UI), User Research, Decision Making, Display Devices, Human Computer Interaction, Human Learning, Data Collection, Human Machine Interfaces, Accident Prevention, Control Systems

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Codio

      Java: Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Java, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Object-Relational Mapping, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Performance Tuning

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      AI for Business: Generation & Prediction

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Financial Forecasting, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Ethics, Digital Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Innovation, Content Creation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      L’IA pour tous

      Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Business Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Technology Strategies, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Data Science, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Business Ethics, Recruitment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Eindhoven University of Technology

      Improving Your Statistical Questions

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research Design, Research, Quantitative Research, Experimentation, Data Literacy, Sample Size Determination, Data Sharing, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • The City and You: Find Your Best Place: University of Toronto
    • Advanced SQL Retrieval Queries in SQLiteStudio: Coursera Project Network
    • Basic Game Development with Levels using Scratch: Coursera Project Network
    • Open Design: Duke University
    • Intelligent Digital Factories: L&T EduTech
    • Digitale Transformation: BCG
    • Queering the Schoolhouse: LGBTQ+ Inclusion for Educators: University of Colorado System
    • Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans: Arizona State University
    • Java: Data Structures and Algorithms: Codio
    • AI for Business: Generation & Prediction: Coursera Instructor Network

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