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      Coursera Project Network

      Increase Reading Comprehension with Actively Learn

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Student Engagement, Interactive Learning, Research, Education Software and Technology, Curriculum Planning

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      138 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      KodeKloud

      Python for the Absolute Beginner

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Data Structures, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Debugging, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Architecture

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      JavaScript Essentials For Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Scripting, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Design, Web Applications, HTML and CSS, Data Validation, User Interface (UI), Web Development

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Rapid Prototyping of Embedded Interface Designs

      Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, User Interface (UI) Design, Interaction Design, Usability, Embedded Systems, Human Computer Interaction, Internet Of Things, HTML and CSS, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Wireless Networks, Operating Systems

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EC-Council

      Secure Full Stack MEAN Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, Node.JS, Full-Stack Web Development, MongoDB, JavaScript Frameworks, Database Software, Database Management, Web Development Tools, Web Development, Server Side, Web Applications, Restful API, Front-End Web Development, UI Components, Application Programming Interface (API), NoSQL, Software Installation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      91 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      LearnQuest

      Managing Scope in a Java Enterprise Edition Application

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storage, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Application Servers, Java, Web Servers, Web Applications, Server Side, Data Sharing, Session Initiation Protocols

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Github Copilot with Python: Creating Text Games

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Game Design, Microsoft Copilot, GitHub, Unit Testing, Integrated Development Environments, Python Programming, Generative AI, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Concepts in Python: Loops, Functions and Returns

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Scripting, Python Programming, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Software Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      116 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Scrimba

      Become a JavaScript Developer

      Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Debugging, Javascript, Pseudocode, Web Development, Computational Thinking, Scripting, Data Structures, Business Logic, JSON, Scripting Languages, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Computer Programming, Front-End Web Development, Maintainability, Event-Driven Programming, Programming Principles

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      86 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Data Modeling and Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Ethics, Data Modeling, Data Governance, Data Architecture, Database Design, Power BI, Star Schema, Information Privacy, Snowflake Schema, Data Integrity, Data Security

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Harder Side of Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Learning Theory, Education and Training, Scientific Methods, Course Development, Communication Strategies, Instructional Design, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Research Methodologies, Psychology, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Copenhagen

      Sustainable Development - Ideas and Imaginaries

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Environment, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Sociology, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, International Relations, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Political Sciences, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Increase Reading Comprehension with Actively Learn: Coursera Project Network
    • Python for the Absolute Beginner: KodeKloud
    • JavaScript Essentials For Beginners : Coursera Project Network
    • Rapid Prototyping of Embedded Interface Designs: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Secure Full Stack MEAN Developer: EC-Council
    • Managing Scope in a Java Enterprise Edition Application: LearnQuest
    • Github Copilot with Python: Creating Text Games: Coursera Project Network
    • Concepts in Python: Loops, Functions and Returns: Coursera Project Network
    • Become a JavaScript Developer: Scrimba
    • Data Modeling and Architecture: Microsoft

    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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