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      University of Pennsylvania

      AI and Machine Learning Essentials with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Statistical Methods, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Deep Learning, Probability Distribution, Python Programming, Supervised Learning, Statistics, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Data Processing, Agentic systems, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Create the User Interface in Android Studio

      Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Jetpack, Responsive Web Design, Kotlin, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface (UI), Cross Platform Development, Animations

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

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      Vanderbilt University

      Android App Components - Services, Local IPC, and Content Providers

      Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Mobile Development, Software Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Java Programming, Data Sharing, Database Management, Service Management

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      411 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Oracle SQL Proficiency

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Oracle Databases, PL/SQL, Database Management, Relational Databases, Database Design, Databases, Data Modeling

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      159 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      The Data Science Profession – Student View

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Unsupervised Learning, Data Science, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Big Data

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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      KodeKloud

      Kubernetes for the Absolute Beginners with Hands-on Labs

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, YAML, Microservices, Containerization, Cloud Platforms, Cloud-Native Computing, Docker (Software), DevOps, CI/CD, Application Deployment, Scalability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Codio

      Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation

      Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Data Validation, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Science

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      225 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Analyzing the Universe

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Software, Image Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Spatial Analysis, Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods

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      234 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Digital Signal Processing 3: Analog vs Digital

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Communication Systems, Electronic Systems, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Applied Mathematics

      4.8
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Support Vector Machines in Python, From Start to Finish

      Skills you'll gain: Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Tensorflow, Cloud Computing, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Python Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Data Science, Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Data Processing

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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Berklee

      Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Musical Composition, Education Software and Technology, Instrumental Music, Teaching, Music Performance, World Music, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Creativity, Empowerment, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback

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      102 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Conflict Management, Presentations, Technical Communication, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Proposal Writing, Business Communication, Team Building, Interpersonal Communications, Intercultural Competence, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Team Management, Business Writing, Strategic Communication, Strategic Thinking

      4.8
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      42 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • AI and Machine Learning Essentials with Python: University of Pennsylvania
    • Create the User Interface in Android Studio: Meta
    • Android App Components - Services, Local IPC, and Content Providers: Vanderbilt University
    • Oracle SQL Proficiency: LearnQuest
    • The Data Science Profession – Student View: University of London
    • Kubernetes for the Absolute Beginners with Hands-on Labs: KodeKloud
    • Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation: Codio
    • Analyzing the Universe: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Digital Signal Processing 3: Analog vs Digital: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Support Vector Machines in Python, From Start to Finish: Coursera Project Network

    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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