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      Princeton University

      Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Tuning, Data Structures, Java Programming, Java, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Algorithms, Animations, Simulations, Debugging

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Psychological Association

      Psychology in Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Public Policies, Diversity Awareness, Compassion, Sociology, Culture, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Resilience, Critical Thinking, Human Development, Social Sciences, Personal Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Empathy, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building

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      Kennesaw State University

      AI for Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Communication, Anthropic Claude, Predictive Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Calculus for Machine Learning and Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Regression Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Derivatives

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      892 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Introduction to Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Logical Reasoning, Cryptographic Protocols, Combinatorics, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Cryptography, Probability, Key Management, Computational Thinking, Encryption, Probability Distribution, Network Analysis, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Theoretical Computer Science, Bayesian Statistics, Python Programming, Data Structures, Algorithms, Arithmetic

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Florida

      The Science of Training Young Athletes

      Skills you'll gain: Sports Medicine, Coaching, Athletic Training, Pediatrics, Exercise Science, Physiology, Kinesiology, Child Development, Working With Children, Anatomy, Training Programs, Injury Prevention, Coordination, Nutrition and Diet, Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      969 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Vocabulary, Climate Change Adaptation, Literacy, English Language, Environment, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Science, Grammar, Emerging Technologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Energy, Environment, and Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Oil and Gas, Electrical Power, Environmental Science, Environment, Economics, Sustainable Technologies, Physics, Climate Change Mitigation, Chemistry, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      220 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Fire and Life Safety Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Fire And Life Safety, Building Codes, Schematic Diagrams, Blueprint Reading, Process Flow Diagrams, Construction, Hydraulics, Construction Inspection, Safety Assurance, Safety Standards, Building Design, Hazard Analysis, Safety Training, Engineering Drawings, System Requirements, Safety and Security, System Monitoring, Facility Management and Maintenance, Structural Analysis, Plumbing

      4.5
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Biology, Climate Change Adaptation, Life Sciences, Anthropology, Ancient History

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Research Design, Community Health, Health Policy, Research Methodologies, Social Determinants Of Health, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Chronic Diseases

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Sustainability Consulting

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Consulting, Business Consulting, Environmental Management Systems, Product Lifecycle Management, Environment, Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose: Princeton University
    • Psychology in Everyday Life: American Psychological Association
    • AI for Everyday Life: Kennesaw State University
    • Calculus for Machine Learning and Data Science: DeepLearning.AI
    • Introduction to Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science: University of California San Diego
    • The Science of Training Young Athletes: University of Florida
    • English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics: University of Pennsylvania
    • Energy, Environment, and Everyday Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Fire and Life Safety Systems: L&T EduTech
    • Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions: University of Cape Town

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