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      Utrecht University

      Understanding child development: from synapse to society

      Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Human Development, Speech Language Pathology, Developmental Disabilities, Systems Thinking, Learning Theory, Research, Neurology, Cultural Diversity, Biology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      379 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Build Basic Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Unsupervised Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Design Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Machine Learning, Data Quality, Computer Science, Algorithms

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      902 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Sustainability through Soccer: Systems-Thinking in Action

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Visionary, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Environmental Issue, Program Evaluation, Innovation, Decision Making, Adaptability, Resilience

      4.1
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Glasgow

      Computational Thinking with JavaScript 3:Organise & Interact

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Event-Driven Programming, Computational Thinking, Software Testing, Software Development, Application Frameworks, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Programming Principles, Computer Graphics, Animations

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Performance Measurement, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Project Performance, Strategic Thinking, Project Design, Organizational Structure, Needs Assessment, Growth Strategies, Market Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Cape Town

      Becoming a changemaker: Introduction to Social Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Community Development, Resourcefulness, Social Justice, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Cultural Diversity, Growth Mindedness, Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Personal Development, Resilience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Computational Social Science

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Natural Language Processing, Web Scraping, Social Sciences, Data Ethics, Databases, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Simulations, Big Data, Systems Thinking, Data Science, Research Methodologies, Machine Learning, Data Collection, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Data Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Natural Language Processing with Attention Models

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Processing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Wine Tasting: Sensory Techniques for Wine Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Cultural Sensitivity, Analytical Skills, Oral Expression, Critical Thinking, Detail Oriented, Decision Making, World History

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      527 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Introduction to Breast Cancer

      Skills you'll gain: Mammography, Oncology, Clinical Trials, Surgery, Care Management, Preventative Care, Precision Medicine, Patient Treatment, Maternal Health, Biology, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Epidemiology, Patient Education and Support, Molecular Biology, Radiation Protection, Risk Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Natural Language Processing with Sequence Models

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Text Mining, Machine Learning Methods

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular thinking courses

    • Understanding child development: from synapse to society: Utrecht University
    • Build Basic Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs): DeepLearning.AI
    • Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers: Macquarie University
    • Sustainability through Soccer: Systems-Thinking in Action: University of Virginia
    • Computational Thinking with JavaScript 3:Organise & Interact: University of Glasgow
    • Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators: University of Pennsylvania
    • Becoming a changemaker: Introduction to Social Innovation: University of Cape Town
    • Computational Social Science: University of California, Davis
    • Natural Language Processing with Attention Models: DeepLearning.AI
    • Wine Tasting: Sensory Techniques for Wine Analysis: University of California, Davis

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