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      LearnKartS

      Effective Communication Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Emotional Intelligence, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Business Communication, Professionalism, Conflict Management, Business Correspondence, Teamwork, Virtual Teams, Self-Awareness, Adaptability

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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Deep Learning with PyTorch : Generative Adversarial Network

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Generative Model Architectures, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Python Programming

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Indian Institute of Science

      Fundamentals of Sensors

      Skills you'll gain: Biomedical Engineering, Semiconductors, Electronic Systems, Medical Devices, Internet Of Things, Electronic Components, Materials science, Laboratory Experience, Manufacturing Processes

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Angular 17 Overview & Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, Model View Controller, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Frameworks, UI Components, HTML and CSS, Front-End Web Development, TypeScript, Web Applications, Web Development, Development Environment

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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Automated Report Generation with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Digital Transformation, AI Personalization, Automation, Generative AI, Business Reporting, Business Process Automation, Operational Efficiency, Artificial Intelligence, Data Collection, Data Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dassault Systèmes

      SOLIDWORKS Advanced Sketching and Reference Geometry

      Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Drawings, Mechanical Engineering

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Science and Technology of China

      快速学习

      Skills you'll gain: Adult Education, Quick Learning, Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Willingness To Learn, Cognitive flexibility, Productivity, Resourcefulness, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Information Management

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Tic-Tac-Toe game in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Cross Platform Development, Event-Driven Programming, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Video Game Development, Game Design, Python Programming, User Interface (UI)

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      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Simplilearn

      LLM Application Engineering and Development Certification

      Skills you'll gain: LangChain, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Tool Calling, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Responsible AI, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Tensorflow, Semantic Web, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Analytical Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Supervised Learning, Computer Programming Tools

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      Columbia University

      Features and Boundaries

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Computer Graphics, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

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      Arizona State University

      Introduction to Machine Learning with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Computer Programming, Regression Analysis

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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SAS

      Launching Machine Learning: Delivering Operational Success with Gold Standard ML Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Responsible AI, Performance Measurement, Predictive Modeling, Leadership and Management, Predictive Analytics, Data Processing, Fraud detection, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Priorities, Data Science

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Effective Communication Skills: LearnKartS
    • Deep Learning with PyTorch : Generative Adversarial Network: Coursera Project Network
    • Fundamentals of Sensors: Indian Institute of Science
    • Angular 17 Overview & Basics: LearnQuest
    • Automated Report Generation with Generative AI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • SOLIDWORKS Advanced Sketching and Reference Geometry: Dassault Systèmes
    • 快速学习: University of Science and Technology of China
    • Create a Tic-Tac-Toe game in Python: Coursera Project Network
    • LLM Application Engineering and Development Certification: Simplilearn
    • Features and Boundaries: Columbia 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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