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      Universidad de los Andes

      Introducción a UML

      Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Software Visualization, Requirements Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      142 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Cloud Virtualization, Containers and APIs

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, DevOps, Kubernetes, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, CI/CD, Containerization, Continuous Delivery, Microservices, Docker (Software), Application Deployment, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Serverless Computing, Flask (Web Framework), System Monitoring, Performance Testing

      4.4
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      128 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Climate Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Social Justice, Environmental Policy, Governance, Public Policies, Environment, Mitigation, Community Development, Environmental Science, Student Engagement, Advocacy, Education and Training, Science and Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Gemini in Google Slides

      Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Advanced AI and Machine Learning Techniques and Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Distributed Computing, Scalability, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Software Architecture, Information Privacy

      4.6
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Introduction to Sensory Science

      Skills you'll gain: Product Development, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Quality Assurance, New Product Development, Food and Beverage, Product Testing, Medical Science and Research, Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Nutrition and Diet, Quantitative Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Chicago

      Machine Learning: Concepts and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Dimensionality Reduction, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Pandas (Python Package), Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Decision Tree Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Regression Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Adobe After Effects for Beginners: Motion Design Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Motion Graphics, Animations, Design Elements And Principles, Video Editing, Typography, Timelines, File Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

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      Coursera Project Network

      Building an Ecosystem model with Insight Maker

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Analysis, Data Sharing, Interactive Data Visualization, Environment, Biology, Storytelling

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      162 reviews

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Input Filter Design

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Systems, Control Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Gemini in Google Sheets

      Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, Productivity Software, Google Sheets, Prompt Engineering, Google Workspace, Generative AI, Project Planning, Spreadsheet Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Edureka

      MySQL for Data Analytics and Business Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Management, Database Systems, Databases, Business Intelligence, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Query Languages, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Processing, Performance Tuning, Data Transformation

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular political science courses

    • Introducción a UML: Universidad de los Andes
    • Cloud Virtualization, Containers and APIs: Duke University
    • Climate Solutions: The University of Edinburgh
    • Gemini in Google Slides: Google Cloud
    • Advanced AI and Machine Learning Techniques and Capstone: Microsoft
    • Introduction to Sensory Science: University of California, Davis
    • Machine Learning: Concepts and Applications: The University of Chicago
    • Adobe After Effects for Beginners: Motion Design Essentials: Coursera Project Network
    • Building an Ecosystem model with Insight Maker: Coursera Project Network
    • Input Filter Design: University of Colorado Boulder

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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