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      Johns Hopkins University

      Sustainable Neighborhoods

      Skills you'll gain: Land Development, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Case Studies, Community Development, Public Works, Sustainable Design, Environment and Resource Management, Building Codes, Cultural Diversity

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Modeling and Debugging Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Failure Analysis, Embedded Systems, Systems Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Technical Communication, Engineering Management, Engineering Practices

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
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      243 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Edureka

      Introduction to Midjourney

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Creative Design, Animations, Visualization (Computer Graphics), ChatGPT, Conceptual Design, Creativity, Image Quality, Artificial Intelligence

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Prompt Engineering with GPT: Programming for Custom Content

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Scripting, LLM Application, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Machine Learning, Software Engineering

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidad de Chile

      Docencia para la capacitación laboral y el aprendizaje a lo largo de la vida.

      Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Adult Education, Educational Materials, Professional Development, Higher Education, Communication, Learning Strategies, Instructional Design, Planning, Constructive Feedback

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      200 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Introduction to GitHub Copilot

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Application Development, Development Environment

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      206 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Student Engagement, Technical Communication, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Education Software and Technology, Animation and Game Design, Code Review, Object Oriented Design, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science, Software Documentation, Brainstorming, Data Structures, Development Environment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The World Bank Group

      Bajemos la temperatura: De la ciencia climática a la acción

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Resilience, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Community Development, Cooperation, Environmental Science, Collaboration, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      247 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Principles of fMRI 2

      Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Analytical Skills, Image Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Network Analysis, Medical Imaging, Regression Analysis, Psychology, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Matlab, Neurology, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Design Strategies, Machine Learning Algorithms

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      248 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Illinois Tech

      Strategy & Economic Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Game Theory, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Economics, Innovation, Economics, Market Trend, Strategic Decision-Making, Price Negotiation, Strategic Thinking, Global Marketing, Market Analysis, Value Propositions, New Product Development, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Adaptability

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      182 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Factorial and Fractional Factorial Designs

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Variance Analysis, Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      79 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp

      Project Lifecycle, Information Sharing, and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Risk Mitigation, Active Listening, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Risk Analysis, Communication, Project Management Software, Stakeholder Communications, Agile Methodology, Conflict Management, Project Documentation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      219 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular game design courses

    • Sustainable Neighborhoods: Johns Hopkins University
    • Modeling and Debugging Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Midjourney: Edureka
    • Prompt Engineering with GPT: Programming for Custom Content: Coursera Project Network
    • Docencia para la capacitación laboral y el aprendizaje a lo largo de la vida.: Universidad de Chile
    • Introduction to GitHub Copilot: Microsoft
    • Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education: University of California San Diego
    • Bajemos la temperatura: De la ciencia climática a la acción: The World Bank Group
    • Principles of fMRI 2: Johns Hopkins University
    • Strategy & Economic Analysis: Illinois Tech

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