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      Moderna

      mRNAs as Medicines

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Precision Medicine, Pharmaceuticals, Emerging Technologies, Medical Science and Research, Infectious Diseases, Oncology, Public Health and Disease Prevention

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Curtis Institute of Music

      Exploring Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music History, Instrumental Music, Classical Music, Music Theory, Music Performance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      606 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      AI for Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Generative AI, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Malware Protection, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Feature Engineering, Network Analysis, Cyber Attacks, Email Security, System Design and Implementation, Network Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Threat Modeling, Jupyter, Authentications, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Software

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Functions & Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Algebra, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Arithmetic

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      187 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Cloud Computing Applications, Part 2: Big Data and Applications in the Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Apache Spark, Data Storage Technologies, Apache Hadoop, Distributed Computing, Data Storage, Data Processing, NoSQL, Apache Kafka, Cloud Computing, Real Time Data, Databases, Analytics, Deep Learning, Scalability, Machine Learning Algorithms, Graph Theory, Machine Learning, Live Streaming

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      342 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Advancing Women in Tech

      Real-World Engineering Management

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Engineering Management, Goal Setting, Systems Architecture, Technical Management, API Design, System Design and Implementation, Technical Product Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Recruitment, Program Management, Team Performance Management, Technical Communication, Management Training And Development, Software Engineering, Microservices, Employee Retention, Employee Coaching, Talent Management, Leadership and Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      Medical Cannabis for Pain Control

      Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Patient Safety, Contraindication, Pharmacology, Neurology, Medical Science and Research, Drug Interaction, Ancient History, Oncology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Chronic Diseases, Biology, World History, Biochemistry

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Homeland Security & Cybersecurity Connection - It's Not About the Terrorists

      Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Public Safety and National Security, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Security Strategy, Threat Modeling, World History, Risk Management Framework

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      381 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Amazon Web Services

      Fundamentals of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, AWS SageMaker, Amazon Web Services, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Digital Transformation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Desarrollador back-end de Meta

      Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Restful API, Django (Web Framework), Relational Databases, Version Control, SQL, Unix Commands, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Database Design, Responsive Web Design, Database Management Systems, Front-End Web Development, Algorithms, Test Driven Development (TDD), Web Development, Python Programming, Linux, Computer Programming, Cloud Hosting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      504 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Austral

      Legal Tech and the Digital Transformation of Law

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Legal Research, Legal Proceedings, Digital Transformation, Litigation Support, Court Systems, Legal Writing, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Innovation, Virtual Environment

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Starweaver

      Lean Management Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Kaizen Methodology, Quality Improvement, Kanban Principles, Process Mapping, Process Optimization, Business Process, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Operations Management, Workflow Management, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership Development, Waste Minimization, Leadership, Change Management, Program Implementation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular world history courses

    • mRNAs as Medicines: Moderna
    • Exploring Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas: Curtis Institute of Music
    • AI for Cybersecurity: Johns Hopkins University
    • Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Functions & Applications: Johns Hopkins University
    • Cloud Computing Applications, Part 2: Big Data and Applications in the Cloud: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Real-World Engineering Management: Advancing Women in Tech
    • Medical Cannabis for Pain Control : Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
    • Homeland Security & Cybersecurity Connection - It's Not About the Terrorists: University of Colorado System
    • Fundamentals of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence: Amazon Web Services
    • Desarrollador back-end de Meta: Meta

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