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      Rice University

      Introduction to Data Analysis Using Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Histogram, Pivot Tables And Charts, Graphing, Descriptive Statistics, Scatter Plots, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation

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      University of Virginia

      How Things Work: An Introduction to Physics

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Energy and Utilities, Experimentation

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      Seeing Through Photographs

      Skills you'll gain: Photography, Art History, Media and Communications, Photo Editing, Culture, Journalism, Storytelling, Research, Social Justice

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Neuroscience and Neuroimaging

      Skills you'll gain: Psychological Evaluations, Neurology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, R Programming, Medical Imaging, Data Manipulation, Image Analysis, Anatomy, Human Learning, Data Analysis Software, Psychology, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Processing, Data Transformation, Experimentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Research Design, Data Analysis, Statistics

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      Stanford University

      Understanding Einstein: The Special Theory of Relativity

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Spatial Analysis, Systems Of Measurement, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software

      Skills you'll gain: Java, Debugging, Java Programming, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Data Processing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Solution Design, Data Manipulation, Statistical Methods, Descriptive Statistics

      4.6
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Power Electronics

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Control Systems, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductors, High Voltage, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Electronic Components, Systems Analysis, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronics, Electrical Power, Systems Design, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Thermal Management, Technical Design, Simulations, Plot (Graphics)

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Sciences Po

      Afrique et mondialisation, regards croisés

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Economics, Conflict Management, Governance

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      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Data Science Challenge

      Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Predictive Analytics, Data Analysis

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Corruption

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Culture, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Sciences, Sociology, Governance, Behavioral Economics, Policy Analysis, Investigation, Analysis, Compliance Management, Risk Control, Political Sciences, Environmental Issue, Economic Development

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      The Integration of Art and Science in Modern Dental Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Oral and Dental Care, Dental Care, Oral Health, Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, Oral Hygiene, Dental Procedures, Cardiology, Precision Medicine, Medical History Documentation, Internal Medicine, General Medicine, Health Care, Public Health, Disabilities, Oncology, Anatomy, Chronic Diseases, Health Technology

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Software Engineering, Software Design, Software Development, Programming Principles, Game Design, Computer Programming, Debugging, Algorithms, Event-Driven Programming

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Introduction to Data Analysis Using Excel: Rice University
    • How Things Work: An Introduction to Physics: University of Virginia
    • Seeing Through Photographs: The Museum of Modern Art
    • Neuroscience and Neuroimaging: Johns Hopkins University
    • Understanding Einstein: The Special Theory of Relativity: Stanford University
    • Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software: Duke University
    • Power Electronics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Afrique et mondialisation, regards croisés: Sciences Po
    • Data Science Challenge: Coursera Project Network
    • Corruption: University of Pennsylvania

    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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