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      American Museum of Natural History

      Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Medical Science and Research, Education and Training, Teaching, Interactive Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biotechnology, Intellectual Property, Medical Privacy, Biology, Food and Beverage

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      171 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Systems Engineering and Program Management

      Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Engineering Management, Systems Engineering, Scope Management, Project Scoping, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Program Management, Cost Management, Requirements Management, Contract Management, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Change Management

      Build toward a degree

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      Food and Wine Pairing

      Skills you'll gain: Bartending, Cooking, Hospitality, Planning, Meal Planning And Preparation, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Strategic Planning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Sound and Sonification Design for Interactive Learning Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Multimedia, Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      What’s Your Big Idea?

      Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Innovation, User Feedback, Business Strategy, Creative Thinking, Product Development, Entrepreneurship, Competitive Analysis, Resource Management, Presentations, Customer Insights

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      166 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Assessing Achievement with the ELL in Mind

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Strategies, Differentiated Instruction, English Language, Student Engagement, Language Learning, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Lições Aprendidas com Liderança Inclusiva

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Ideation, Diversity Programs, Workplace inclusivity, Digital Transformation, Creative Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Business Modeling, Business Leadership, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Creativity, Diversity Awareness, Creative Problem-Solving, Leadership Development, Brainstorming, Operational Excellence, Value Propositions, Cultural Diversity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      79 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      Theatre and Globalization

      Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Culture, International Relations, World History, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Social Studies, Intercultural Competence, Music History, Public History, European History, Media and Communications, Multimedia, Research, Economics, Business Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      229 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      FEM - Linear, Nonlinear Analysis & Post-Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Structural Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      187 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Intellectual Humility: Science

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Open Mindset, Curiosity, Child Development, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Human Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      185 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Austral

      Competencias para la empleabilidad

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Adaptability, Change Management, Higher Education, Workforce Development, Collaboration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      210 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Educación sobre el cambio climático

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Hydrology, Health Education, Community Health, Sustainable Development, Energy and Utilities, Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Resource Management, Public Health, Education and Training, Environmental Science, Land Management, Water Quality, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Interactive Learning, Water Resource Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular special education courses

    • Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators: American Museum of Natural History
    • Systems Engineering and Program Management: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Food and Wine Pairing: The State University of New York
    • Sound and Sonification Design for Interactive Learning Tools: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • What’s Your Big Idea?: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • Assessing Achievement with the ELL in Mind: Arizona State University
    • Lições Aprendidas com Liderança Inclusiva: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Theatre and Globalization: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
    • FEM - Linear, Nonlinear Analysis & Post-Processing: Coursera Project Network
    • Intellectual Humility: Science: The University of Edinburgh

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