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    • P

      Peking University

      Chinese Characters for beginner 汉字

      Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Language Learning, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Oral Comprehension, Literacy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana

      Conciencia Lingüística

      Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Language Competency, Spanish Language, Language Learning, Vocabulary

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      SQL: A Practical Introduction for Querying Databases

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Relational Databases, Microsoft SQL Servers, MySQL, Query Languages, Database Systems, Databases, Database Management, Stored Procedure, IBM DB2, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Transaction Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      615 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Multimodal Literacies: Communication and Learning in the Era of Digital Media

      Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Literacy, Oral Expression, Pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Learning Strategies, Human Learning, Media and Communications, Multimedia, Cultural Diversity, Digital Communications, Writing, Non-Verbal Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      165 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      Sungkyunkwan University

      The Korean Alphabet: An Introduction to Hangeul

      Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Language Competency, Literacy, Vocabulary, Ancient History

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      493 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      The Social and Technical Context of Health Informatics

      Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Health Policy, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Information Management, Information Technology, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, System Requirements, Interoperability, Electronic Medical Record, Data Literacy, Technology Strategies, Medical Imaging, Emerging Technologies, Information Privacy

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      537 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Peking University

      Chinese for HSK 5

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Literacy, Language Competency, Grammar, Language Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      511 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • S

      Starweaver

      Personal Productivity, Time Management and Prioritization

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Prioritization, Productivity, Time Management, Productivity Software, Goal Setting, Multitasking, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Calendar Management, Stress Management, Document Management, Planning, Google Workspace, Mental Concentration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      324 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Research Data Management and Sharing

      Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Data Management, File Management, Data Storage, Information Management, Data Strategy, Metadata Management, Data Governance, Document Management, Data Literacy, Data Quality, Data Integrity, Data Security, Version Control

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      726 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      T

      Tableau Learning Partner

      Introduction to Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Business Analysis, Analytics, Business Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Management, Descriptive Analytics, Predictive Analytics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      431 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Salesforce

      Groundwork for Success in Sales Development

      Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Growth Mindedness, Sales Development, Professional Development, Goal Setting, Prioritization, Collaboration, Personal Development, Teamwork, Sales, Performance Measurement, Constructive Feedback, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Accountability

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      450 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The University of Edinburgh

      How to Read a Novel

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Aesthetics, Writing and Editing, Liberal Arts

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Chinese Characters for beginner 汉字: Peking University
    • Conciencia Lingüística: Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana
    • SQL: A Practical Introduction for Querying Databases: IBM
    • Multimodal Literacies: Communication and Learning in the Era of Digital Media : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • The Korean Alphabet: An Introduction to Hangeul: Sungkyunkwan University
    • The Social and Technical Context of Health Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
    • Chinese for HSK 5: Peking University
    • Personal Productivity, Time Management and Prioritization: Starweaver
    • Research Data Management and Sharing: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • Introduction to Business Analytics: Tableau Learning Partner

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