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      Arizona State University

      Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, Pedagogy, English Language, Instructional Strategies, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Learning Theory, Grammar

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de Chile

      El desafío de Innovar en la Educación Superior

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Higher Education, Teaching, Classroom Management, Differentiated Instruction, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Educating Deaf Children: Becoming an Empowered Teacher

      Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Special Education, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Awareness, Child Development, Teaching, Classroom Management, Parent Communication, Instructional Strategies, Non-Verbal Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      411 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Entrepreneurship 1: Developing the Opportunity

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Product Development, Ideation, Target Market, New Product Development, Competitive Analysis, Innovation, Business Planning, Strategic Thinking, Business Analysis, Analysis, Business Development, Needs Assessment, Customer Insights, Technology Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Communication For Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Public Speaking, Lecturing, Presentations, Active Listening, Storytelling, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Social Skills, Influencing, Discussion Facilitation, Team Building, Communication Strategies, Leadership, Team Management, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance

      Skills you'll gain: Audit Planning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Auditing, Compliance Auditing, Information Assurance, Risk Management, IT Management, Security Controls, Internal Controls, System Implementation, Change Management, Risk Analysis, Performance Review, Incident Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Social Norms, Social Change I

      Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Surveys, Program Evaluation, Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      MedCerts

      Pharmacy Technician Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Healthcare Ethics, Medication Dispensation, Pharmacist Assistance, Medical Prescription, Pharmacology, Conflict Management, Pharmacy Operations, Anatomy, Pathology, Cultural Responsiveness, Patient Safety, Patient Education And Counseling, Cultural Diversity, Pharmacy, Cultural Sensitivity, Pharmaceuticals, Professionalism, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Berklee

      Music Business

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Contract Negotiation, Intellectual Property, Music, Lawsuits, Team Building, Design Thinking, Music History, Creativity, Ideation, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Product Development, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Musical Composition, Revenue Management, Revenue Recognition, Regulation and Legal Compliance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Business Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Organizational Skills, Concision, Writing and Editing, Proofreading, Grammar, Communication, Editing, Organizational Strategy, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      MedCerts

      Nursing Assistant Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Healthcare Ethics, Conflict Management, Anatomy, Pathology, Cultural Responsiveness, Patient Assistance, Patient Education And Counseling, Nursing and Patient Care, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Professionalism, Direct Patient Care, Professional Development, Caregiving, Medical Records, Toileting, Patient Education and Support, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health Care

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      990 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESSEC Business School

      Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Resolution

      Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Active Listening, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Diplomacy, Relationship Building, Labor Relations, Interpersonal Communications, Strategic Partnership, Non-Verbal Communication, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular special education courses

    • Teach English Now! Theories of Second Language Acquisition: Arizona State University
    • El desafío de Innovar en la Educación Superior: Universidad de Chile
    • Educating Deaf Children: Becoming an Empowered Teacher: University of Cape Town
    • Entrepreneurship 1: Developing the Opportunity: University of Pennsylvania
    • Communication For Everyone: Arizona State University
    • Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Social Norms, Social Change I: University of Pennsylvania
    • Pharmacy Technician Fundamentals: MedCerts
    • Music Business: Berklee
    • Business Writing: University of Colorado Boulder

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