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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Network Principles in Practice: Cloud Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Terraform, Cloud Services, Software-Defined Networking, Wide Area Networks, Network Infrastructure, Load Balancing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Google Cloud Platform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Virtualization, Virtual Machines

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      Simplilearn

      Workflow Automation using Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement and Optimization, Business Process Automation, Business Process Improvement, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Workflow Management, Marketing Automation, Automation, Generative AI, Blogs, API Gateway, Application Programming Interface (API), Debugging, Social Media Content, Content Creation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Introduction to Computer Security

      Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Computer Architecture, Computer Systems, Threat Modeling, Operating Systems, Computer Hardware, Information Systems Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls

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      Nanjing University

      计算机系统基础(一) :程序的表示、转换与链接

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Systems, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computer Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Hardware Architecture, Data Structures, Data Storage, Computer Hardware, Program Development

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      Coursera Project Network

      Getting Started with Linux Terminal

      Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, File Management, System Configuration, Linux Administration, Package and Software Management, DevOps

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      University of Michigan

      AI for Energy and Biomedical Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Image Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Bioinformatics, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Analytics, Electric Power Systems, Anomaly Detection, Predictive Modeling, Generative AI, Deep Learning, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Precision Medicine

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Math for AI beginner part 1 Linear Algebra

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, General Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling

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      Northeastern University

      Responsible AI for Mental Health

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, ChatGPT, Mental Health, Healthcare Ethics, Health Equity, Information Privacy, Mental and Behavioral Health, Diversity Awareness, Risk Mitigation

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      University of Minnesota

      Optimization for Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Process Optimization, Analytics, Process Improvement and Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Microsoft Excel, Business Modeling, Linear Algebra, Graphing

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Generative AI for Data Visualization and Data Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Wrangling, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Technical Communication, Artificial Intelligence

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      Getting Started with Machine Learning at the Edge on Arm

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Data Processing, Supervised Learning, Embedded Systems, Computer Vision, Performance Tuning, Artificial Intelligence

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Metodología jurídica

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Legal Writing, Teaching, Case Law, Research Methodologies, Instructional Strategies, Research, Curriculum Development, Qualitative Research, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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

    • Network Principles in Practice: Cloud Networking: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Workflow Automation using Generative AI: Simplilearn
    • Introduction to Computer Security: University of London
    • 计算机系统基础(一) :程序的表示、转换与链接: Nanjing University
    • Getting Started with Linux Terminal: Coursera Project Network
    • AI for Energy and Biomedical Applications: University of Michigan
    • Math for AI beginner part 1 Linear Algebra: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Responsible AI for Mental Health: Northeastern University
    • Optimization for Decision Making: University of Minnesota
    • Generative AI for Data Visualization and Data Storytelling: Coursera Instructor Network

    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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