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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Structural Equation Model and its Applications | 结构方程模型及其应用 (普通话)

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Statistical Software, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Methods, Research Methodologies, Regression Analysis, Research, Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Data Analysis, Advanced Analytics

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      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Core Java for Complete Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java, Unit Testing, Debugging, Maintainability, Software Development, Secure Coding, Software Testing, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Test Case, Application Development, Authentications, Application Security, Android Development, Cryptography, Software Design Patterns

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Computational Thinking, Design Thinking, Ideation, Artificial Intelligence, Education Software and Technology, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Machine Learning, Data Quality, Analysis, Data Processing, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Algorithms

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Quantum Mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Chemistry, Physics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations

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      Coursera

      The Role of the CEO in Navigating GenAI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Business Leadership, AI Product Strategy, Communication, Strategic Leadership, Prompt Engineering, Strategic Communication, Business Transformation, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Change, Responsible AI, Business Strategy

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New York University

      Overview of Advanced Methods of Reinforcement Learning in Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Market Dynamics, Risk Modeling, Financial Modeling, Technical Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Physics, Probability & Statistics

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Copenhagen

      The Sustainable Development Goals – A global, transdisciplinary vision for the future

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Research, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Systems Thinking, Climate Change Mitigation, Policy Analysis, Economics, Governance

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Gut Check: Exploring Your Microbiome

      Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Health Informatics, Big Data, Biostatistics, Data Analysis, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Specimen Collection

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arm

      Introduction to Microprocessors

      Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computer Systems, Embedded Systems, Data Storage, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), C# (Programming Language)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Medical Terminology I

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Orthopedics, Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record System, Urology, Anatomy, Physiology

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

      Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Descriptive Statistics, Business Analytics, Regression Analysis, Business Mathematics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Analysis, Probability Distribution, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Inference, Probability, Variance Analysis, Estimation

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      University of Leeds

      Exploratory Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, Statistics, R (Software), Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Box Plots, Data Visualization Software, Histogram, Probability, Probability Distribution

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Structural Equation Model and its Applications | 结构方程模型及其应用 (普通话): The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Core Java for Complete Beginners: LearnKartS
    • Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers: Macquarie University
    • Quantum Mechanics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The Role of the CEO in Navigating GenAI: Coursera
    • Overview of Advanced Methods of Reinforcement Learning in Finance: New York University
    • The Sustainable Development Goals – A global, transdisciplinary vision for the future: University of Copenhagen
    • Gut Check: Exploring Your Microbiome: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Microprocessors: Arm
    • Medical Terminology I: Rice University

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    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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