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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Administración ágil de proyectos

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Program Management, Organizational Strategy, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management, Organizational Change, Leadership, Kanban Principles, Governance, Portfolio Management

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Langues et diversité: de la variation au plurilinguisme

      Skills you'll gain: Multilingualism, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Research Methodologies, Language Learning, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Data Collection, Teaching, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies

      4.8
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Public Goods, Common Resources, and Externalities

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Supply And Demand, Market Analysis, Economics, Resource Allocation, Environmental Issue, Public Policies

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Austral

      Jugar y Aprender Matemática en aulas heterogéneas

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Childhood Education and Development, Geometry, Arithmetic, Pedagogy, General Mathematics, Learning Theory, Discussion Facilitation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      AI for Course Design

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Education Software and Technology, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, Emerging Technologies

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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Arctic Peoples and Cultures

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Environmental Issue, Environment, Advocacy, Anthropology, Natural Resource Management, Economics, Environmental Monitoring, Climate Change Adaptation, Energy and Utilities, World History, Research, Construction

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Inclusive Online Teaching Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Special Education, Disabilities, Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Learning Strategies, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Student Engagement, Technical Communication, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Education Software and Technology, Animation and Game Design, Code Review, Object Oriented Design, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science, Software Documentation, Brainstorming, Data Structures, Development Environment

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Teaching Impacts of Technology in K-12 Education

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Interactive Learning, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Blockchain, Algorithms, Data Security, Teaching, Cryptography, Education and Training, Technical Communication, Education Software and Technology, Diversity Awareness, Digital Transformation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computational Thinking

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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Homeland Security and Cybersecurity Future

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Operations, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Incident Response, Risk Management Framework, Technology Solutions, Legal Risk

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      161 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Transforming Education in an Interconnected World

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Improvement Process, Student-Centred Learning, Innovation, Education and Training, Higher Education, Program Evaluation, Community Development, International Relations, Initiative and Leadership, Teaching, Visionary, Adult Learning Principles, Systems Thinking, Policy Analysis, Leadership, Empowerment, Instructional Design, Collaboration, Leadership and Management, Critical Thinking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Proyecto de diseño instruccional para el aprendizaje activo en ambientes digitales

      Skills you'll gain: Course Development, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Quality Assurance, Systems Analysis, Solution Design, Digital Transformation, Technical Documentation, Continuous Monitoring

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      202 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Administración ágil de proyectos: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Langues et diversité: de la variation au plurilinguisme: University of Geneva
    • Public Goods, Common Resources, and Externalities: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Jugar y Aprender Matemática en aulas heterogéneas: Universidad Austral
    • AI for Course Design: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Arctic Peoples and Cultures : University of Alberta
    • Inclusive Online Teaching Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
    • Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education: University of California San Diego
    • Teaching Impacts of Technology in K-12 Education: University of California San Diego
    • Homeland Security and Cybersecurity Future: University of Colorado System

    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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