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    Study criminal justice principles for law enforcement and legal systems. Learn about crime prevention, investigation, and the justice process.

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      University of Michigan

      Affirmative Action in Higher Education Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Higher Education, Student Support and Services, Student Engagement, Social Justice, Community Outreach, Case Law, Cultural Diversity, Legal Research, Socioeconomics

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New York University

      MOST from a Methodological Perspective

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Experimentation, Environment and Resource Management, Sample Size Determination, Research Design, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Program Evaluation, Statistical Methods, Research Methodologies, Statistical Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Structural Racism: Causes of Health Inequities in the U.S.

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Public Health, Socioeconomics, Cultural Responsiveness, Advocacy, Sociology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      The American Renaissance and Frederick Douglass

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Storytelling, Public History, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Advocacy, Writing, Research, Culture

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Rediscovering Wesleyan Mission

      Skills you'll gain: Community and Social Work, Social Justice, Community Outreach, Public History, Research, Storytelling, Cultural Diversity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Persone, tecnologia e futuro della mobilità

      Skills you'll gain: Automation, Interactive Learning, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Electric Power Systems, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Transportation Operations, Policy Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Health Equity, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Public Policies, Safety and Security

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Exploring Algorithmic Bias as a Policy Issue: A Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Public Policies, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Machine Learning, Mitigation

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Mitigation, Social Justice, Community Organizing, International Relations, Pollution Prevention, Social Sciences, Community Development, Socioeconomics, Consumer Behaviour, Environmental Policy, Environment, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management, Persuasive Communication, Physical Science, Economics, Transportation Operations, Corporate Sustainability, Public Policies

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions 1

      Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Social Justice, Community Organizing, Social Sciences, Community Development, Socioeconomics, Environmental Policy, Environment, Persuasive Communication, Physical Science, Scientific Methods, Public Health, Environmental Science

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Utrecht University

      Understanding justice and fairness in energy transitions

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Energy and Utilities, Socioeconomics, Environmental Issue, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Community Development, Social Sciences, Governance, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Environmental Policy, Diversity and Inclusion, Stakeholder Engagement, Resource Allocation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Climate Solutions: Mexico

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Environment, Mitigation, Risk Control, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Action Oriented, Scientific Methods, Simulations

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      كيفية جمع المال لمحاربة الاستغلال عبر أدوات فيسبوك للتبرعات

      Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Facebook, Advocacy, Social Justice

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular criminal justice courses

    • Affirmative Action in Higher Education Teach-Out: University of Michigan
    • MOST from a Methodological Perspective: New York University
    • Structural Racism: Causes of Health Inequities in the U.S.: University of Michigan
    • The American Renaissance and Frederick Douglass: Dartmouth College
    • Rediscovering Wesleyan Mission: Duke University
    • Persone, tecnologia e futuro della mobilità: University of Michigan
    • Exploring Algorithmic Bias as a Policy Issue: A Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
    • Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions: University of California San Diego
    • Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions 1: University of California San Diego
    • Understanding justice and fairness in energy transitions : Utrecht University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Criminal Justice

    Criminal justice encompasses policies and procedures that aim to punish criminal behavior while also affording the accused person certain rights. Several goals of the criminal justice system include deterring crime through penalties, rehabilitating criminals, and delivering justice to victims. Institutions, including prisons and courts, are part of the criminal justice system. Courts work to determine if a person is guilty of crime, while prisons remove convicted individuals from society for a certain length of time.‎

    Learning about criminal justice allows you to protect innocent people and find ways to ensure victims of crimes receive justice. However, the criminal justice system is also imperfect, and knowledge of the system gives you an opportunity to help others who feel the system is treating them unfairly. You can also use your knowledge to help criminals change their ways through a rehabilitation process.‎

    Learning about criminal justice can prepare you for a range of careers, ranging from law enforcement to prosecution and defense roles. Law enforcement jobs involve investigating wrongdoings and arresting offenders. Prosecutors and defense lawyers either attempt to prove wrongdoing or defend the accused. Other positions in the court include clerks, witness coordinators, and judges.‎

    Online courses can introduce you to various systems of laws, such as international law and American law. Some lessons focus on behavioral theories that explain criminal behavior, providing insight into what motivates people to break the law. You'll also learn about problematic aspects of the justice system, such as police brutality, and how reform is possible.

    Online courses are ideal for people who want flexible educational opportunities. You can access the lessons from anywhere with an internet connection and work at your own pace.‎

    Online Criminal Justice courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Criminal Justice skills. Choose from a wide range of Criminal Justice courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Criminal Justice, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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