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      University of Florida

      Agroforestry I: Principles and Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Land Management, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Water Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Science, Taxonomy, Research, Biology

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      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Moneyball and Beyond

      Skills you'll gain: Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Python Programming, Data Manipulation

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      52 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Advanced Semiconductor Packaging

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronics Engineering, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Thermal Management, Scalability, Systems Integration, Manufacturing Processes, Technical Standard, Reliability

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Programming in C

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, C++ (Programming Language), Algorithms, Data Structures, Other Programming Languages, System Programming

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Codio

      Advanced Django: Building a Blog

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Django (Web Framework), Authentications, PostgreSQL, Object-Relational Mapping, Model View Controller, Cloud Hosting, User Accounts, Application Security, Configuration Management, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      113 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Tools and Techniques for Managing Stress

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Time Management, Personal Development, Mindfulness, Adaptability, Productivity, Prioritization, Personal Care, Relationship Building, Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript, User Interface (UI), Web Development, Web Development Tools, Scripting, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      108 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Illinois Tech

      Data Analytics and Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Machine Learning Algorithms, Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Apache Spark, Generative AI, Data Infrastructure, Data Cleansing, Real Time Data, Apache Kafka, Analytics, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Advanced Topics and Future Trends in Database Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Database Management Systems, Data Warehousing, Database Systems, Database Administration, Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Software, Database Management, Relational Databases, Database Design, MongoDB, Big Data, Data Architecture, Transaction Processing, Scalability

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      4.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Expanding SEL

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Empowerment, Emotional Intelligence, Social Justice, Social Skills, Behavior Management, Empathy, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, School Counseling, Compassion, Working With Children, Relationship Building, Cultural Diversity, Mindfulness

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      132 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Arte 3D y animación en videojuegos

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Unity Engine, Video Game Development, 3D Assets, Game Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), User Interface (UI) Design, Computer Graphics, Animations, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Music, Aesthetics

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Applied Kalman Filtering

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Matlab, Simulations, Advanced Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Global Positioning Systems, Probability & Statistics, Systems Of Measurement, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Predictive Analytics, Computational Thinking, Predictive Modeling, Control Systems

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Agroforestry I: Principles and Practices: University of Florida
    • Moneyball and Beyond: University of Michigan
    • Advanced Semiconductor Packaging: Arizona State University
    • Programming in C: University of Michigan
    • Advanced Django: Building a Blog: Codio
    • Tools and Techniques for Managing Stress: Starweaver
    • Introduction to JavaScript: Coursera Project Network
    • Data Analytics and Deep Learning: Illinois Tech
    • Advanced Topics and Future Trends in Database Technologies: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Expanding SEL: University of Colorado Boulder

    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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