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      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Vulnerability Management, Continuous Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, Generative AI, DevSecOps, Data Security, Cloud Storage, Large Language Modeling, Google Cloud Platform

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Positive Psychology: Character, Grit and Research Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research Design, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking, Persistence, Program Evaluation, Tenacity, Psychological Evaluations, Surveys, Growth Mindedness, Data Collection, Reliability

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      Claves para la innovación en la docencia universitaria

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Blended Learning, Student-Centred Learning, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Instructional Design, Game Design, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Critical Thinking

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Chicago

      Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Media and Communications, Personally Identifiable Information, Digital Media Strategy, Technology Strategies, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Market Dynamics, Case Law, Lawsuits, Market Share, Economics, Legal Proceedings, Apple iOS, Technical Standard, Competitive Analysis

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Diseño Instruccional: Aprendizaje activo y Pedagogía digital

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Instructional Design, Course Development, Learning Management Systems, Instructional Strategies, Educational Materials, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Quality Assurance, Planning, Systems Analysis, Solution Design, Design Strategies, Digital Transformation, Technical Documentation, Virtual Environment, Virtual Reality, Continuous Monitoring

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Northwestern University

      Fundamentals of Digital Image and Video Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Digital Communications, Computer Vision, Data Processing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Medical Imaging, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Motion Graphics, Matlab, Color Theory, Bayesian Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Sampling (Statistics)

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      Russian History: from Lenin to Putin

      Skills you'll gain: World History, European History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Governance, Economics

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Business and Marketing Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Process Design, Operational Excellence, Business Operations, Manufacturing Operations, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Strategic Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Business Ethics, Market Analysis, Marketing Psychology, Marketing, Social Sciences, International Relations, Culture, Business Management, Business, Marketing Analytics

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      Michigan State University

      Design and Make Infographics (Project-Centered Course)

      Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Adobe Illustrator, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Mapping, Graphic Design, Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Graphical Tools, Storytelling, Color Theory

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Wesleyan University

      Data Analysis and Interpretation

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Data Storytelling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Data Presentation, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Correlation Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Decision Tree Learning, Data Management, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning, Statistics

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Sciences Po

      International migrations: a global issue

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Immigration Law, World History, European History, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Demography, Environmental Issue, Political Sciences, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Governance, Public Policies, Economics

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Lund University

      Greening the Economy: Sustainable Cities

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Socioeconomics, Sustainability Reporting, Land Management, Environmental Issue, Governance, Systems Thinking, Environmental Policy, Stakeholder Engagement, Technology Solutions

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social work courses

    • Google Cloud Cybersecurity: Google Cloud
    • Positive Psychology: Character, Grit and Research Methods: University of Pennsylvania
    • Claves para la innovación en la docencia universitaria: Universitat de Barcelona
    • Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms: The University of Chicago
    • Diseño Instruccional: Aprendizaje activo y Pedagogía digital: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Fundamentals of Digital Image and Video Processing: Northwestern University
    • Russian History: from Lenin to Putin: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Business and Marketing Strategies: University of London
    • Design and Make Infographics (Project-Centered Course): Michigan State University
    • Data Analysis and Interpretation: Wesleyan University

    Why Learn Social Work?

    Social work is a practice-based profession focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities through challenges like poverty, mental health, and social inequality. It blends advocacy, communication, and problem-solving to promote well-being and social justice. Learning social work can prepare you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, education, policy, and human services.

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