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      The University of Edinburgh

      How to Create an Online Course

      Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Learning Management Systems, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Curriculum Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Content, Learning Strategies, Diversity Awareness, Content Management, User Centered Design, Cultural Diversity, Technical Writing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      215 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Cognitive flexibility, Ingenuity, Communication, Creativity, Optimism, Problem Solving, Resilience, Research, Self-Awareness

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      89 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      American Psychological Association

      Psychology of the Self

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Psychology, Self-Motivation, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Goal Setting, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Mindfulness, Scientific Methods

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      البرمجة اللغوية العصبية | NLP

      Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Self-Awareness, Social Skills, Persuasive Communication, Rapport Building, Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Personal Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Science and Technology of China

      快速学习

      Skills you'll gain: Adult Education, Quick Learning, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Willingness To Learn, Learning Strategies, Productivity, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Information Management

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      أساسيات برنامج مايكروسوفت اكسيل | Essentials of MS Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet Software, File Management, Data Entry, Productivity Software

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Adobe Premiere Pro for Beginners: Quickstart Video-Editing

      Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Adobe Premiere, Storytelling, Post-Production, Content Creation, TikTok, Timelines, Color Matching, File Management

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of North Texas

      Research Design: Inquiry and Discovery

      Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Scientific Methods, Research Reports, Data Collection, Sample Size Determination, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      421 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      التوازن بين القدرات والتوقعات في بناء الذات

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Planning, Critical Thinking, Adaptability, Child Development, Parent Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Storying the Self: How Stories Shape our Identities

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Social Sciences, Media and Communications, Empathy, Communication, Leadership

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      What does it mean to identify as Transgender or Gender Non-Conforming (TGNC)?

      Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Awareness, Health Disparities, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Advocacy, Public Policies

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      109 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Writing and Editing: Revising

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Writing, Proofreading, Critical Thinking, Detail Oriented, Collaboration, Time Management, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      391 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular personal productivity courses

    • How to Create an Online Course: The University of Edinburgh
    • Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion: University of Michigan
    • Psychology of the Self : American Psychological Association
    • البرمجة اللغوية العصبية | NLP : Alfaisal University | KLD
    • 快速学习: University of Science and Technology of China
    • أساسيات برنامج مايكروسوفت اكسيل | Essentials of MS Excel: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Adobe Premiere Pro for Beginners: Quickstart Video-Editing: Coursera Project Network
    • Research Design: Inquiry and Discovery: University of North Texas
    • التوازن بين القدرات والتوقعات في بناء الذات: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Storying the Self: How Stories Shape our Identities: University of Colorado Boulder

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