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      Parsons School of Design, The New School

      Economics: Society, Markets, and [In]equality

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Economics, Market Dynamics, Social Justice, Economic Development, Labor Relations, Sustainable Development, International Relations, World History, Global Marketing, Behavioral Economics, Innovation, Leadership, Critical Thinking, Communication

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      45 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Black Canadians: History, Presence, and Anti-Racist Futures

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Immigration Law, Performing Arts, Diversity Awareness, World History, Community Organizing, Music History, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Sociology, Advocacy, Music

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      89 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Computational Thinking, Design Thinking, Ideation, Artificial Intelligence, Education Software and Technology, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Machine Learning, Data Quality, Analysis, Data Processing, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Algorithms

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      915 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Feminismo, género y política

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Sociology, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, World History, Economics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Sciences Po

      Cities are back in town : sociologie urbaine pour un monde globalisé

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Political Sciences, World History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Sustainable Development, International Relations, Public Policies, Economics, European History, Qualitative Research, Governance, Data Collection

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Lesson Planning with the ELL in Mind

      Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Language Competency, English Language, Curriculum Planning, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Language Learning, Student Engagement, Grammar, Vocabulary, Literacy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      202 reviews

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      Yale University

      American Contract Law II

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Case Law, Legal Proceedings, Commercial Laws, Legal Risk, Contract Review, Lawsuits, Arbitration, Contract Compliance, Case Studies, Mitigation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      261 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Ongoing U.S. Settler Colonialism & Native Peoples Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Sociology, Social Determinants Of Health, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Issue, Cultural Sensitivity, Land Management, Culture Transformation, Public History, Relationship Building

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Queen Mary University of London

      Cloud Computing Law

      Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cloud Services, Legal Risk, Cloud Computing, Tax, Tax Laws, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Intellectual Property, Cloud Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Tax Compliance, Data Security, Information Privacy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Vendor Contracts, Contract Review, Data Governance, Data Access, Cybersecurity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      166 reviews

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Seguridad hídrica

      Skills you'll gain: Water Sustainability, Water Resources, Water Resource Management, Hydrology, Water Quality, Climate Change Adaptation, Sanitation, Sustainable Development, Environmental Resource Management, Pollution Prevention, Risk Management, Governance, Policy Development

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      492 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Negotiating Learner Differences: Towards Productive Diversity in Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Differentiated Instruction, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Blended Learning, Special Education, Human Learning, Teaching, Pedagogy, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Higher Education, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Social Justice, Socioeconomics

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Illinois Tech

      Industrial Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Job Analysis, Talent Management, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Leadership, Performance Analysis, Organizational Leadership, Human Resources, Occupational Safety And Health, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Motivation, Employee Performance Management, Workforce Development, Performance Management, Research, Employee Engagement, Scientific Methods, Employee Training

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Economics: Society, Markets, and [In]equality: Parsons School of Design, The New School
    • Black Canadians: History, Presence, and Anti-Racist Futures: University of Alberta
    • Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers: Macquarie University
    • Feminismo, género y política: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Cities are back in town : sociologie urbaine pour un monde globalisé: Sciences Po
    • Lesson Planning with the ELL in Mind: Arizona State University
    • American Contract Law II: Yale University
    • Ongoing U.S. Settler Colonialism & Native Peoples Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
    • Cloud Computing Law: Queen Mary University of London
    • Seguridad hídrica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Why Learn Social Work?

    Social work is a practice-based profession focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities through challenges like poverty, mental health, and social inequality. It blends advocacy, communication, and problem-solving to promote well-being and social justice. Learning social work can prepare you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, education, policy, and human services.

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