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      University of Colorado System

      Classical Cryptosystems and Core Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Key Management, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Data Integrity

      4.5
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      JavaScript, jQuery, and JSON

      Skills you'll gain: JSON, jQuery, Javascript and jQuery, Ajax, Debugging, Web Development Tools, Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, PHP (Scripting Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Import/Export, Web Applications

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      830 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      La Philanthropie : Comprendre et Agir

      Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Sustainable Development, Tax, Stakeholder Analysis, Innovation, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Program Evaluation, Case Studies, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Goal Setting

      4.8
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      An Introduction to Interactive Programming in Python (Part 2)

      Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Interactive Design, User Interface (UI), Animations, Game Design, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Debugging

      4.9
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Fake News Detection with Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Deep Learning, Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks, Matplotlib, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Tensorflow, Natural Language Processing, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Machine Learning

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      Universidad Austral

      Introducción a la programación con Python

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Programming Principles, Software Installation, Python Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Scripting Languages, Program Development, Scripting, Computer Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Rocket Science 101

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Global Positioning Systems, Environmental Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Environment, Physical Science, Climate Change Programs, Engineering Calculations, Geographic Information Systems, Scientific Methods, Manufacturing and Production, World History, Chemical Engineering, International Relations, Engineering Analysis, Electrical Power, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies, Timelines

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Collaborative Robot Safety: Design & Deployment

      Skills you'll gain: Safety Standards, Safety Training, Safety Assurance, Hazard Analysis, Equipment Design, Risk Management Framework, Control Systems, Product Testing, Failure Analysis, Automation, Torque (Physics)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      256 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Scrimba

      Learn to code with AI

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Web Development, GitHub, Javascript and jQuery, Front-End Web Development, Version Control, Mobile Development, Application Deployment, ChatGPT, Javascript, Responsive Web Design, Debugging, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Application Development, Database Application, Computer Programming, Machine Learning

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      121 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Games without Chance: Combinatorial Game Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Combinatorics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Computational Logic, Mathematical Modeling

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      211 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Leadership and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Leadership Studies, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Leadership Development, Social Justice, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Public Policies, Strategic Leadership, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration, Governance

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Mindfulness: An Approach to Stress Reduction

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, Mental Health, Positivity, Growth Mindedness, Student Support and Services, Self-Discipline, Mental Concentration, Empathy, Respiration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Classical Cryptosystems and Core Concepts: University of Colorado System
    • JavaScript, jQuery, and JSON: University of Michigan
    • La Philanthropie : Comprendre et Agir: ESSEC Business School
    • An Introduction to Interactive Programming in Python (Part 2): Rice University
    • Fake News Detection with Machine Learning: Coursera Project Network
    • Introducción a la programación con Python: Universidad Austral
    • Rocket Science 101: University of Michigan
    • Collaborative Robot Safety: Design & Deployment: University at Buffalo
    • Learn to code with AI: Scrimba
    • Games without Chance: Combinatorial Game Theory : Georgia Institute of Technology

    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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