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      U

      Universidad Austral

      Conceptos base para el estudio del medio ambiente

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Monitoring, Environment, Data Analysis, Sustainable Development, Life Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Water Quality, Biotechnology, Physics, Climate Change Mitigation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      531 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Academic English: Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Peer Review, Writing, Research, Proofreading, Editing, Writing and Editing, English Language, Vocabulary, Style Guides

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Satellite Remote Sensing Data Bootcamp With Opensource Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Spatial Analysis, Environmental Monitoring, Unsupervised Learning, Data Analysis Software, Image Analysis, Global Positioning Systems, Machine Learning, R Programming, Image Quality, Data Processing, Open Source Technology, Data Collection, Data Transformation, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Import/Export

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Deep Excavations and Support Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Structural Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Finite Element Methods, Construction Engineering, Mathematical Software, Civil Engineering, Engineering Practices, Structural Analysis, Construction, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Laboratory Testing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Case Studies in Geostatistical Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: Geostatistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Oil and Gas, Estimation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Data Integration

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Harder Side of Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Theory, Human Learning, Motivational Interviewing, Education and Training, Teaching, Scientific Methods, Communication Strategies, Research, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Instructional Design, Critical Thinking, Communication, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Psychology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Amsterdam

      Methods and Statistics in Social Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Scientific Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Research, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Research Reports, Science and Research, Interviewing Skills, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Statistical Methods, Surveys, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, R Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Softer Side of Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Storytelling, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Driving engagement, De-escalation Techniques, Rapport Building, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Sensitivity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Psychology, Vulnerability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Cape Town

      Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Biology, Climate Change Adaptation, Life Sciences, Anthropology, Ancient History

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of North Texas

      Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Exploratory Data Analysis, Mediation, Change Management, Business Writing, Compensation and Benefits, Apache Hadoop, Consumer Behaviour, Organizational Change, Stakeholder Management, Event Management, Grammar, Social Media Strategy, Business Ethics, Sales Process, Diversity Awareness, Conflict Management, Research, Nutrition and Diet, Data Mining

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Microeconomics Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Behavioral Economics, Policy Analysis, Business Operations, Price Negotiation, Socioeconomics, Consumer Behaviour, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Strategy, Public Policies, Competitive Analysis, Resource Allocation, Decision Making, Market Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Environmental Issue

      4.8
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science

      Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, Anthropology, General Science and Research, Environment, Spatial Analysis, Research, Culture, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Collection, Biology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular earth sciences courses

    • Conceptos base para el estudio del medio ambiente: Universidad Austral
    • Academic English: Writing: University of California, Irvine
    • Satellite Remote Sensing Data Bootcamp With Opensource Tools: Packt
    • Deep Excavations and Support Systems : L&T EduTech
    • Case Studies in Geostatistical Modeling : Case Western Reserve University
    • The Harder Side of Science Communication : University of Colorado Boulder
    • Methods and Statistics in Social Sciences: University of Amsterdam
    • The Softer Side of Science Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions: University of Cape Town
    • Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences: University of North Texas

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