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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Programming with Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Computational Thinking, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Storytelling, Storyboarding, Scripting, Solution Design

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Gemini in Google Slides

      Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Google Workspace, LLM Application, Generative AI

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Wetland Science and Conservation

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Monitoring, Hydrology, Community Outreach, Water Resource Management, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Water Resources, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Cultural Sensitivity, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Laws, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management, Land Management, Case Studies, Water Quality, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Adaptation

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arm

      Introduction to AI

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Supervised Learning, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Natural Language Processing, Data Science

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Arizona

      Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment, Climate Change Programs, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Biology, Environment and Resource Management, Life Sciences, Sustainable Systems, Physical Science, Water Quality, Research, Emerging Technologies

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to APIs in Google

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud API, JSON, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Google Cloud Platform, Software Architecture, Authentications, Network Protocols

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      Google Cloud

      Gemini in Google Sheets

      Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Google Sheets, Prompt Engineering, Google Workspace, Generative AI, Spreadsheet Software

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Comfort in Buildings

      Skills you'll gain: Construction, Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Building Design, HVAC, Environmental Engineering, Building Codes, Thermal Management, Architectural Design, Sustainable Development, Physics

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      LearnKartS

      Docker Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Microservices, DevOps, Application Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Architecture, Enterprise Application Management, Linux Administration, CI/CD, Virtualization, Command-Line Interface

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Building an Ecosystem model with Insight Maker

      Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Thinking, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Biology, Systems Analysis, Environment, Storytelling

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      Kennesaw State University

      Developing a Leadership Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Dealing With Ambiguity, Professional Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Change, People Development, Innovation, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Learning Styles, Relationship Building, Adaptability

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Google Data Studio - Création de Tableaux de Bords Interactifs

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Collaborative Software, Data Sharing, Data Science, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Data Integration, Data Modeling, Data Import/Export

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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Programming with Scratch: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Gemini in Google Slides: Google Cloud
    • Wetland Science and Conservation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to AI: Arm
    • Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet: University of Arizona
    • Introduction to APIs in Google: Google Cloud
    • Gemini in Google Sheets: Google Cloud
    • Comfort in Buildings: L&T EduTech
    • Docker Fundamentals: LearnKartS
    • Building an Ecosystem model with Insight Maker: Coursera Project Network

    Why Learn Political Science?

    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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