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      Johns Hopkins University

      Artificial Intelligence for Breast Cancer Detection

      Skills you'll gain: Mammography, Artificial Intelligence, Medical Imaging, Image Analysis, Diagnostic Radiology, Computer Vision, Radiology, Bayesian Network, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Epidemiology, Deep Learning

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yonsei University

      Advanced Functional Ceramics

      Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Thermal Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Chemical Engineering, Electronic Components, Chemistry, Physics

      4.7
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      159 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Network Principles in Practice: Linux Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Kubernetes, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Docker (Software), TCP/IP, Network Routers, Software-Defined Networking, Network Routing, Containerization, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Model, Network Switches, Firewall, Virtualization, Network Protocols

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      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Semantic Segmentation with Amazon Sagemaker

      Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Image Analysis, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Applied Machine Learning, Application Deployment, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Machine Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

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      National Taiwan University

      機器人學一 (Robotics (1))

      Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Mechanics, Automation Engineering, Robotic Process Automation, Linear Algebra, Engineering Calculations, Trigonometry, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Spatial Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Explainable AI (XAI)

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Decision Tree Learning, Regression Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Modeling, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tel Aviv University

      The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part I

      Skills you'll gain: World History, Political Sciences, International Relations, European History, Social Sciences, Economics, Governance, Cultural Diversity

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Arte 3D y animación en videojuegos

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Video Game Development, 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Game Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animations, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Computer Graphics, Music, Aesthetics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      225 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      ChatGPT Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Education and Training, Economics, Social Sciences

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Tables and Forms in HTML

      Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Web Development Tools, Web Design, Web Content

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      191 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Microsoft

      Boost Your Productivity with GitHub Copilot

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Visual Studio, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Computer Programming Tools, Generative AI, Software Installation

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Breast Cancer Prediction Using Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Pandas (Python Package), Applied Machine Learning, Data Import/Export, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Mining, Python Programming, Google Cloud Platform, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular political science courses

    • Artificial Intelligence for Breast Cancer Detection: Johns Hopkins University
    • Advanced Functional Ceramics: Yonsei University
    • Network Principles in Practice: Linux Networking: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Semantic Segmentation with Amazon Sagemaker: Coursera Project Network
    • 機器人學一 (Robotics (1)): National Taiwan University
    • Explainable AI (XAI): Duke University
    • The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part I: Tel Aviv University
    • Arte 3D y animación en videojuegos: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • ChatGPT Teach-Out: University of Michigan
    • Tables and Forms in HTML: Coursera Project Network

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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