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    Master creative thinking strategies to generate innovative ideas. Learn methods to enhance creativity in personal and professional contexts.

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      Michigan State University

      How to Start Your Own Business

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Financial Statements, Ideation, Business Planning, Value Propositions, Brainstorming, Organizational Structure, Income Statement, Innovation, Design Thinking, Market Opportunities, Lean Methodologies, Entrepreneurship, Balance Sheet, Marketing Planning, Franchising, Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Business Management, Leadership

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Natural Language Processing with Probabilistic Models

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Markov Model, Algorithms, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Probability & Statistics, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Design Software, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Hardware Troubleshooting, Intellectual Property, Computer Hardware, Technical Design, Computer Graphics, Hardware Design, Technical Support, Electronic Hardware, Computer-Aided Design, Graphical Tools, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Design, Industrial Design, Design Thinking, Manufacturing and Production, Control Systems, Prototyping

      4.6
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Negociación exitosa: Estrategias y habilidades esenciales (en español)

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration, Communication, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Planning, Decision Making, Business Ethics

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

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      Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      Cracking the Creativity Code: Discovering Ideas

      Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Creativity, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Adaptability, Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, Curiosity, Cognitive flexibility, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Persistence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Web Development for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Version Control, Color Theory, Typography, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), GitHub, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), Web Design, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Web Applications, User Interface (UI) Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Animations, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Content, Front-End Web Development, Browser Compatibility

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Stanford University

      Introduction to Logic

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Problem Solving, Technology Solutions, Relational Databases, Verification And Validation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      651 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Machine Design Part I

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Structural Analysis, Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Estimation, Reliability, Problem Solving

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

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      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking: Ideas to Action

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ideation, Brainstorming, Strategic Prioritization, Prioritization, User Feedback, Product Design, Human Centered Design, Design and Product, Creative Thinking, Project Design, Strategic Thinking, Verification And Validation, Innovation, A/B Testing, Performance Measurement, Customer experience improvement, Constructive Feedback, Stakeholder Engagement, Collaboration

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Teach English Now! Capstone Project 1

      Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Teaching, Curriculum Planning, Classroom Management, Pedagogy, Presentations, Drive Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Collaboration, Student Engagement, English Language, Critical Thinking

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers

      Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Typography, Graphic Design, Design Elements And Principles, Logo Design, Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Storytelling, Digital Design, Design, Creative Design, Photo Editing, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, User Experience Design, Web Design and Development, Art History

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Copenhagen Business School

      Strategic Management

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Planning, Business Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Strategy, Technology Strategies, Global Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Competitive Analysis, Market Share

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • How to Start Your Own Business: Michigan State University
    • Natural Language Processing with Probabilistic Models: DeepLearning.AI
    • 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Negociación exitosa: Estrategias y habilidades esenciales (en español): University of Michigan
    • Cracking the Creativity Code: Discovering Ideas: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
    • Web Development for Beginners: University of California, Davis
    • Introduction to Logic: Stanford University
    • Machine Design Part I: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Design Thinking: Ideas to Action: University of Virginia
    • Teach English Now! Capstone Project 1: Arizona State University

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