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      Arizona State University

      Teach English Now! Foundational Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Enthusiasm, Motivational Skills, Learning Styles, Language Learning, Education Software and Technology, Stress Management, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness, Cultural Diversity, General Networking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Animals and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Justice, Healthcare Ethics, Culture, Psychology, Laboratory Research, Behavioral Health, Social Work, Research, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Mental and Behavioral Health, Food and Beverage, Biology, Non-Verbal Communication, Nutrition and Diet, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environmental Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      203 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Productivity, Creative Problem-Solving, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Creative Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Brainstorming, Large Language Modeling, Game Design, Creativity, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Ingenuity, Student Engagement, Resourcefulness, Interactive Design, Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Stanford University

      Social and Economic Networks: Models and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Game Theory, Behavioral Economics, Mathematical Modeling, Markov Model, Bayesian Statistics, Probability Distribution, Simulations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      755 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Improve Your English Communication Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Presentations, Business Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Correspondence, Public Speaking, Cultural Diversity, Professional Networking, Cultural Sensitivity, English Language, Vocabulary, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, LinkedIn, Writing, Business Communication, Interviewing Skills, Instagram, Social Skills, Concision

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      27K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM IT Scrum Master

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Agile Software Development, User Story, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Methodology, DevOps, Software Design, Kanban Principles, Scrum (Software Development), Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Hardware, Agile Project Management, Cloud Computing, Backlogs, Sprint Planning, Leadership, Risk Management, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Introduction to Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Human Development, Psychotherapy, Behavior Management, Social Sciences, Scientific Methods, Creativity, Experimentation, Cultural Diversity, Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Yale University

      Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Community Outreach, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Entrepreneurship, Research and Design, Business Modeling, Communication, Advocacy, Innovation, Business Development, Fundraising, Performance Measurement

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      162 reviews

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      University of Michigan

      Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Conflict Management, Mediation, Sales Strategy, Arbitration, Communication, Influencing, Planning, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Emory University

      Introduction to Social Media Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Analytics, Text Mining, Consumer Behaviour, Data Mining, Customer Insights, Market Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Trend Analysis, Research

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      109 reviews

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      Stanford University

      Game Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making, Mathematical Modeling, Graph Theory, Bayesian Statistics, Behavioral Economics, Probability, Economics, Problem Solving, Algorithms

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

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Social Listening

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Customer Engagement, Market Trend, Business Strategy, Customer Insights, Brand Management, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Trend Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytical Skills

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

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social welfare courses

    • Teach English Now! Foundational Principles: Arizona State University
    • Animals and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators: Vanderbilt University
    • Social and Economic Networks: Models and Analysis: Stanford University
    • Improve Your English Communication Skills: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • IBM IT Scrum Master: IBM
    • Introduction to Psychology: University of Toronto
    • Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship: Yale University
    • Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Social Media Analytics: Emory University

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