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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Critical Thinking: A Brain-Based Guide for the ChatGPT Era

      Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Cognitive flexibility, Logical Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Creative Thinking, Open Mindset, Complex Problem Solving, Independent Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Lifelong Learning, ChatGPT, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Social Sciences, Behavioral Economics

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Dassault Systèmes

      SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD for Education

      Skills you'll gain: Assembly Drawing, Computer-Aided Design, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Drawings, Engineering Design Process, Drafting and Engineering Design, Product Family Engineering, Design Software, Technical Design, Mechanical Engineering

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Natural Language Processing on Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Large Language Modeling, Tensorflow, Google Cloud Platform, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Cloud API, Cloud Solutions, Feature Engineering, Application Programming Interface (API)

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      535 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cambridge

      The science of mind and decision making

      Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Human Learning, Child Development, Psychology, Teaching, Decision Making, Learning Theory, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Learning Strategies, Empathy, Neurology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Medical Imaging, Special Education, Human Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Psychiatry

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      Rice University

      Physics 101 - Forces and Kinematics

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Problem Solving, Physics, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Physical Science, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Trigonometry

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      184 reviews

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      University of California, Irvine

      Esports

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Video Game Development, Professional Development, Contract Negotiation, Media and Communications, Branding, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Game Design, Recruitment, Fundraising, Competitive Analysis, Brand Strategy, Contract Management, Live Streaming, Higher Education, Workforce Planning, Content Creation, Event Planning, Strategic Thinking

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      Tableau Learning Partner

      Introduction to Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Business Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Performance Tuning

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Recommender Systems: Non-Personalized and Content-Based

      Skills you'll gain: Taxonomy, AI Personalization, Spreadsheet Software, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Methods, Persona Development, Descriptive Statistics, Data Collection, Algorithms, Java Programming

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      Rice University

      Mindfulness and Well-being: Living with Balance and Ease

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Resilience, Mindfulness, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Positivity, Emotional Intelligence, Behavioral Health

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Social Sciences, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Emerging Technologies, Human Computer Interaction, Information Privacy

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      Nanjing University

      Data Processing Using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Mining, Data Structures, Data Presentation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Scraping, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Matplotlib, User Interface (UI) Design

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      Coursera Project Network

      ChatGPT for Beginners: SciFi Writing with Dall-e

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Storytelling, Storyboarding, Writing, Ideation, Creativity, Editing, Critical Thinking

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

    • Critical Thinking: A Brain-Based Guide for the ChatGPT Era: Deep Teaching Solutions
    • SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD for Education: Dassault Systèmes
    • Natural Language Processing on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • The science of mind and decision making: University of Cambridge
    • Physics 101 - Forces and Kinematics : Rice University
    • Esports: University of California, Irvine
    • Introduction to Tableau: Tableau Learning Partner
    • Introduction to Recommender Systems: Non-Personalized and Content-Based: University of Minnesota
    • Mindfulness and Well-being: Living with Balance and Ease: Rice University
    • Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    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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