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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Industrial IoT Markets and Security

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Real-Time Operating Systems, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Information Systems Security, IBM Cloud, Petroleum Industry, Automation, Network Protocols, Emerging Technologies, Cloud Platforms, Network Infrastructure, Embedded Systems, Market Analysis, Interviewing Skills, Software-Defined Networking

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Machine Learning: Theory and Hands-on Practice with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Exploratory Data Analysis, Dimensionality Reduction, Keras (Neural Network Library), Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Science, Computer Vision, Predictive Modeling, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Random Forest Algorithm, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Natural Language Processing, Python Programming

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The State University of New York

      Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Professionalism, Intercultural Competence, Telecommuting, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Adaptability, Higher Education, Student Engagement, Technology Solutions, Communication, Time Management, Research, Critical Thinking

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      El águila, el nopal y ¿la serpiente?

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, World History, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Research

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Wesleyan University

      Property and Liability: An Introduction to Law and Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Civil Law, Legal Proceedings, Intellectual Property, Legal Risk, Lawsuits, Litigation and Civil Justice, Property and Real Estate, Economics, Technology Strategies, Compensation Management, Case Studies

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Sciences Po

      Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Immigration Law, World History, Social Sciences, European History, Environmental Issue, Sociology, Demography, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Social Justice, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Governance, Economic Development

      4.7
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      International Business Context

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Business Ethics, International Relations, Economic Development, Political Sciences, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Economics, World History, Business Economics, Cultural Diversity

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      University of Washington

      Data Manipulation at Scale: Systems and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Dataflow, Databases, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, NoSQL, Apache Spark, Distributed Computing, Apache Hadoop, SQL, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Cloud Computing, Scalability, Graph Theory, Python Programming, Algorithms

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      活用希臘哲學 (Understanding the Greek Philosophy)

      Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Political Sciences, Ancient History, European History, Research, Culture, Social Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Discussion Facilitation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Austral

      Red de sentidos: Arte, educación y procesos creativos

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Teaching, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Pedagogy, Aesthetics, Mathematics Education, Curriculum Development, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Research, Collaboration, Science and Research, Critical Thinking

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      131 reviews

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      Emory University

      So You Think You Know Tango?

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music History, Music, World Music, Classical Music, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Music Performance

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Linux Foundation

      Using Git for Distributed Development

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Open Source Technology, Software Development Tools, Software Versioning, Development Environment, Linux

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular american history courses

    • Industrial IoT Markets and Security: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Machine Learning: Theory and Hands-on Practice with Python: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era: The State University of New York
    • El águila, el nopal y ¿la serpiente?: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Property and Liability: An Introduction to Law and Economics: Wesleyan University
    • Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial: Sciences Po
    • International Business Context: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Manipulation at Scale: Systems and Algorithms: University of Washington
    • 活用希臘哲學 (Understanding the Greek Philosophy): National Taiwan University
    • Red de sentidos: Arte, educación y procesos creativos: Universidad Austral

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