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      Goodwill Industries International

      Goodwill® Career Coach and Navigator

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Coaching, Accountability, Client Services, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Client Support, Workforce Development, Recruitment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Active Listening, Telecommuting, Needs Assessment, Employee Onboarding, Empathy, Human Centered Design, Gap Analysis

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      420 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Professional Skills for the Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Active Listening, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Management, Empathy, Brainstorming, Critical Thinking, Resilience, Social Skills, Communication Strategies, Creative Thinking, Professional Development, Action Oriented, Constructive Feedback, Lifelong Learning, Positivity, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Strategies

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Advanced Instructional Strategies in the Virtual Classroom

      Skills you'll gain: Parent Communication, Student Engagement, Student Support and Services, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Planning, Pedagogy, Learning Management Systems, Community Development, Instructional Design, Classroom Management, Virtual Teams, Education Software and Technology, Motivational Skills, Differentiated Instruction, Blended Learning, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Content Creation

      4.6
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      579 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Making Math Click: Understand Math Without Fear

      Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Willingness To Learn, Persistence, Learning Theory, Problem Solving

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Design and Interpretation of Clinical Trials

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Healthcare Ethics, Scientific Methods, Informed Consent, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Drug Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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      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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      216 reviews

      Intermediate · 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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      63 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

      Sports Marketing Strategies & Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Event Planning, Customer Engagement, Marketing, Storytelling, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Corporate Strategy, Global Marketing, Brand Management, Strategic Communication, Digital Marketing, Sustainability Reporting, Contract Management, E-Commerce, Customer experience improvement, Virtual Teams, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Game Theory, Blockchain, Cross Platform Development, Influencing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Cultures et pédagogies

      Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Education and Training, Cultural Diversity, Adult Education, Cultural Sensitivity, Higher Education, Mindfulness, Sustainable Development, Culture, Critical Thinking, Social Justice

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Managing Your Health: The Role of Physical Therapy and Exercise

      Skills you'll gain: Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Injury Prevention, Exercise Science, Preventative Care, Health Education, Pain Management, Rehabilitation, Cardiology, Orthopedics, Oncology

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Berklee

      The Business of Music Production

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Music History, Intellectual Property, Musical Composition, Lawsuits, Peer Review, Media Production, Post-Production, Instrumental Music, Legal Strategy, Business Management, Business, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Music Theory, Team Building, Digital Assets, Entrepreneurship, Storytelling, Editing, File Management

      4.8
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Goodwill® Career Coach and Navigator: Goodwill Industries International
    • Professional Skills for the Workplace: University of California, Davis
    • Advanced Instructional Strategies in the Virtual Classroom: University of California, Irvine
    • Making Math Click: Understand Math Without Fear: Deep Teaching Solutions
    • Design and Interpretation of Clinical Trials: Johns Hopkins University
    • Personal & Professional Development: Digital Norms for Teams: Skillshare
    • How to Create an Online Course: The University of Edinburgh
    • Generative AI as a Learning Design Partner: University of Michigan
    • Sports Marketing Strategies & Innovation: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
    • Cultures et pédagogies: University of Geneva

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