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      University of Cape Town

      Teaching Children with Visual Impairment: Creating Empowering Classrooms

      Skills you'll gain: Visual Impairment Education, Differentiated Instruction, Teaching, Special Education, Curriculum Development, Adaptive Equipment, Disabilities, Classroom Management, Student Support and Services, Working With Children, Diversity Awareness

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Personal & Professional Development: Digital Norms for Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Telecommuting, Collaboration, Prioritization, Scheduling, Professional Development, Assertiveness, Time Management, Digital Communications, Productivity, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Leadership: Being a Confident and Effective Team Leader

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Constructive Feedback, Talent Management, Diversity Awareness, Professional Development, Employee Retention, Team Motivation, Leadership Development, Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Programs, Recognizing Others, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Communication, Telecommuting, Leadership and Management

      4.6
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Honors Algebra 2: Polynomials and Complex Numbers

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Algebra, Arithmetic, Graphing, Engineering Calculations

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Generative AI as a Learning Design Partner

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Education Software and Technology, ChatGPT, Instructional Design, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Brainstorming, Data Ethics, Design Strategies, Content Creation, Emerging Technologies, Persona Development, Professional Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Influencing: Storytelling, Change Management and Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Influencing, Risk Management Framework, Persuasive Communication, Governance, Storytelling, Risk Management, Change Management, Organizational Change, Rapport Building, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership, Conflict Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Transformation, Negotiation, Communication, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management, Process Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Hearing Loss in Children

      Skills you'll gain: Speech Language Pathology, Pediatrics, Speech Therapy, Communication Disorders, Patient Evaluation, Child Health, Disabilities, Childhood Education and Development, Public Health, Child Development, Rehabilitation, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Treatment, Special Education, Clinical Assessment, Patient Referral, Anatomy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      238 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Diseño Instruccional: Aprendizaje activo y Pedagogía digital

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Instructional Design, Pedagogy, Course Development, Instructional Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Learning Management Systems, Innovation, Quality Assurance, Planning, Curriculum Development, Systems Analysis, Solution Design, Design Strategies, Digital Transformation, Digital Media Strategy, Technical Documentation, Creativity, Virtual Environment, Continuous Monitoring

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Finding Purpose and Meaning In Life: Living for What Matters Most

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Compassion, Mindfulness, Mental Health, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Hacia una práctica constructivista en el aula

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Education Software and Technology, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Strategies, Student-Centred Learning, Learning Theory, Student Engagement, Collaborative Software, Program Evaluation, Interpersonal Communications, Learning Styles, Cultural Diversity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Training and Learning Programs for Volunteer Community Health Workers

      Skills you'll gain: Training Programs, Education and Training, Smart Goals, Community Health, Train The Trainer, Patient Education And Counseling, Educational Materials, Health Education, Adult Education, Needs Assessment, Planning, Supervision

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular higher education courses

    • Teaching Children with Visual Impairment: Creating Empowering Classrooms: University of Cape Town
    • Personal & Professional Development: Digital Norms for Teams: Skillshare
    • Leadership: Being a Confident and Effective Team Leader: Skillshare
    • Honors Algebra 2: Polynomials and Complex Numbers: Johns Hopkins University
    • Generative AI as a Learning Design Partner: University of Michigan
    • Influencing: Storytelling, Change Management and Governance: Macquarie University
    • Hearing Loss in Children: University of Michigan
    • Queering the Schoolhouse: LGBTQ+ Inclusion for Educators: University of Colorado System
    • Diseño Instruccional: Aprendizaje activo y Pedagogía digital: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Finding Purpose and Meaning In Life: Living for What Matters Most: University of Michigan

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