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      NIIT

      Server side JavaScript with Node.js

      Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Unit Testing, Server Side, Javascript, Debugging, Back-End Web Development, File Systems, Development Testing, Web Applications, JSON

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Wearable Technologies and Sports Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, Injury Prevention, Athletic Training, Physiology, Analytics, Data Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Medical Equipment and Technology, Vital Signs, Health Technology, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Data Collection

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Data Structures and Design Patterns for Game Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Unity Engine, Game Design, Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Graph Theory, Software Architecture, Algorithms, Debugging

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Front-End Development Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, React.js, Front-End Web Development, Mockups, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Figma (Design Software), Web Design, UI Components, Application Deployment, Web Analytics and SEO, Databases, Software Development, GitHub

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Data Analytics Course with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Generative AI, Analytics, Data Analysis, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Integration, Prompt Engineering, Data Visualization, Real Time Data, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Storytelling, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Forecasting, Data Transformation, Descriptive Analytics, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Risk Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      How Vaccines Work

      Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Drug Development, Climate Change Programs, Health Disparities, Clinical Trials, New Product Development, Manufacturing Processes

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Advanced Study of Protection Schemes and Switchgear

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electric Power Systems, High Voltage, Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Automation Engineering, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT + Zapier: Automate Email Replies with AI

      Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, Calendar Management, Setting Appointments, Workflow Management, Customer Communications Management, Automation, Business Correspondence, Customer Inquiries, Generative AI

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Dialogflow CX: Bot Building Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Virtual Environment, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Cloud API

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

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      Duke University

      ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Community Organizing, Social Justice, Advocacy, Student Engagement, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Performing Arts, Creativity, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Discussion Facilitation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      151 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Starweaver

      Global Business Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Active Listening, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Writing, Sales Presentation, Concision, Sales Strategy, Writing, Cultural Sensitivity, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Storytelling, Emotional Intelligence, Sales, Business Communication, Communication Strategies, Technical Communication, Communication, Marketing Communications

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Introduction to Sensory Science

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Consumer Behaviour, Quality Assurance, Laboratory Testing, Product Testing, Usability Testing, Science and Research, Data Collection, Nutrition and Diet, Surveys, Scientific Methods, Research, Psychology, Acceptance Testing, Analytical Testing, Biology, Product Development, Analytical Skills, Medical Science and Research, Physiology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Server side JavaScript with Node.js: NIIT
    • Wearable Technologies and Sports Analytics: University of Michigan
    • Data Structures and Design Patterns for Game Developers: University of Colorado System
    • Front-End Development Capstone Project: IBM
    • Data Analytics Course with Generative AI: Simplilearn
    • How Vaccines Work: Imperial College London
    • Advanced Study of Protection Schemes and Switchgear: L&T EduTech
    • ChatGPT + Zapier: Automate Email Replies with AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Dialogflow CX: Bot Building Basics: Google Cloud
    • ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements: Duke University

    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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