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      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      生命科学发展史

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Microbiology, Ancient History, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Anatomy, Human Development, Anthropology, Bioinformatics, Infectious Diseases, European History, Medical Science and Research, Pathology, Pharmacology, Taxonomy, Medical History Documentation, Scientific Methods, Experimentation

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Animals, Self, and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Justice, Social Work, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Environment and Resource Management

      4.7
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      University of Pennsylvania

      Wonders of Ancient Egypt

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, World History, Anthropology, Timelines, Research Methodologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      University of Alberta

      Mountains 101

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Physical Science, Biology, Water Resources, Environmental Monitoring, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Risk Management, Anthropology, World History

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      University of Copenhagen

      Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, World History, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Physics, Molecular Biology, Chemistry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      National Taiwan University

      發展心理學:哲學觀與方法論 (Developmental Psychology: Philosophical Bases and Methodology)

      Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Research, Human Development, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Anthropology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      91 reviews

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      University of Geneva

      Violences et religions

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Social Studies, Research, Intercultural Competence, Political Sciences, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Psychology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Dartmouth College

      Inquiries Into Bipedalism

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Anthropology, 3D Modeling, Anatomy, Laboratory Research, Scientific Methods, Investigation, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Life Sciences, Ancient History, Research

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Race, Gender, and Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Anthropology, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, World History, Political Sciences

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Neural Basis of Imagination, Free Will, and Morality

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Culture, Liberal Arts, Neurology, Research, Psychology, Social Sciences, Science and Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Anthropology, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Governance

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      Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

      Science and Technology in the Silla Cultural Heritage

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Art History, Social Studies, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Water Resources, Architectural Design, Construction, Structural Engineering, Hydraulics, Structural Analysis, Geometry, Engineering Analysis, Vibrations, Manufacturing and Production

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      University of Geneva

      A l’avènement du christianisme : l’archéologie des derniers païens

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, European History, Timelines, Economics, Cultural Sensitivity, Anthropology, Research

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular anthropology courses

    • 生命科学发展史: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
    • Animals, Self, and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Wonders of Ancient Egypt: University of Pennsylvania
    • Mountains 101: University of Alberta
    • Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life: University of Copenhagen
    • 發展心理學:哲學觀與方法論 (Developmental Psychology: Philosophical Bases and Methodology): National Taiwan University
    • Violences et religions: University of Geneva
    • Inquiries Into Bipedalism: Dartmouth College
    • Race, Gender, and Culture: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Neural Basis of Imagination, Free Will, and Morality: Dartmouth College

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