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      Politecnico di Milano

      Learning with AI

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Learning Strategies, AI Personalization, Lifelong Learning, Human Learning, Adult Learning Principles, Willingness To Learn, Artificial Intelligence, Student-Centred Learning, Generative AI, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Infographics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Usability, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience Design, Mockups, Wireframing, Usability Testing, Human Centered Design, Figma (Design Software), Artificial Intelligence, Prototyping, User Research, Data Ethics

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Environment, Water Resources, Demography, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Environmental Resource Management, Socioeconomics, Policy Analysis, Natural Resource Management, Systems Thinking, Social Sciences, Trend Analysis, Economics

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

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      The University of Sydney

      Academic Skills for University Success

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Editing, Research, Creative Thinking, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Deductive Reasoning, Brainstorming, Communication, Information Management, Analytical Skills, Cognitive flexibility, Ethical Standards And Conduct, English Language, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Digital Communications, Productivity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Starweaver

      Strategic Leadership in Hospitality

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Service Design, Design Thinking, Change Management, Capital Expenditure, Financial Statement Analysis, Cost Control, Social Media Marketing, Hospitality Management, Social Media, Innovation, Financial Forecasting, Finance, Operations Management, Prototyping, Strategic Planning, Capital Budgeting, Search Engine Optimization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      The Materiality of ESG Factors

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Sustainability, Governance, Portfolio Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Corporate Strategy, Waste Minimization, Environmental Issue, Investments, Business Ethics, Investment Management, Financial Data, Crisis Management, Insurance, Return On Investment, Environmental Resource Management, Finance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Use AI Responsibly

      Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Analysis, Generative AI, Critical Thinking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      455 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Digital Transformation in Hospitality

      Skills you'll gain: Customer experience strategy (CX), Service Design, Design Thinking, Change Management, Vendor Management, Hospitality Management, Vendor Relationship Management, Social Media Marketing, Process Mapping, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Media, Social Media Management, Performance Measurement, Digital Media Strategy, Operational Efficiency, Digital Marketing, Leadership, Customer Engagement, Search Engine Optimization, Content Management

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Java Servlets Case Study - Online Admission Process

      Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Relational Databases, Java, Systems Development, Application Servers, Database Design, Databases, Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Web Applications, Business Logic, Javascript, Secure Coding, Data Validation, Payment Systems, Document Management, Verification And Validation, File Management, Encryption

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)

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

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Watch Me Design a Pattern Collection: Creative Struggles

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Design Thinking, Design Strategies, Creativity, Design, Journals, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Peer Review, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Data Structures, Program Development, Computer Programming, Project Design, Simulations, Automation, Algorithms, Spreadsheet Software, UI Components, Debugging, Data Management, User Interface (UI), Data Cleansing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Learning with AI: Politecnico di Milano
    • Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals: Microsoft
    • Introduction to Sustainability: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Academic Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney
    • Strategic Leadership in Hospitality: Starweaver
    • The Materiality of ESG Factors: University of Pennsylvania
    • Use AI Responsibly: Google
    • Digital Transformation in Hospitality: Starweaver
    • Java Servlets Case Study - Online Admission Process: EDUCBA
    • Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs): DeepLearning.AI

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