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    University of Arizona

    Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Environment, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods, Microbiology

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    516 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Modes of Science Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Media and Communications, Persuasive Communication, Writing, Education and Training, Storytelling, Human Learning, Instructional Strategies, Community Outreach, Science and Research, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Liberal Arts, Photography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Driving engagement, Creativity, Psychology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Toronto

    Data Visualization for Genome Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Bioinformatics, Plot (Graphics), Ggplot2, R (Software), Dimensionality Reduction, Scatter Plots, R Programming, Network Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Heat Maps, Molecular Biology, Design Thinking, Statistical Analysis

    4.8
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    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Museum of Natural History

    The Dynamic Earth: A Course for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environment, Climate Change Programs, Spatial Data Analysis, Risk Control, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    229 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Culture, Medical Equipment and Technology, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    81 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Evolution: A Course for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Education and Training, Instructional Strategies, Instructing, Pedagogy, Anthropology, Life Sciences, Culture, Biology, Curriculum Planning, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    330 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Analyzing the Universe

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Software, Image Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Spatial Analysis, Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    234 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Anatomy of the Chest, Neck, Abdomen, and Pelvis

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Urology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Surgery, Diagnostic Radiology, Medical Terminology, Surgery

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Command Line Tools for Genomic Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Unix Commands, Bioinformatics, Unix, Data Management, Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Molecular Biology, Big Data, File Management, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Molecular Evolution (Bioinformatics IV)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Statistical Analysis, Graph Theory, Taxonomy, Computational Thinking

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    79 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Science & Religion 101

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Physics, Cultural Responsiveness, Discussion Facilitation, Anthropology

    4.5
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    168 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Seismology to Earthquake Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Hazard Analysis, Mechanics, Physical Science, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Experimentation, Laboratory Testing

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular paleontology courses

  • Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds: University of Arizona
  • Modes of Science Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data Visualization for Genome Biology: University of Toronto
  • The Dynamic Earth: A Course for Educators: American Museum of Natural History
  • The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Evolution: A Course for Educators: American Museum of Natural History
  • Analyzing the Universe: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Anatomy of the Chest, Neck, Abdomen, and Pelvis: Yale University
  • Command Line Tools for Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Molecular Evolution (Bioinformatics IV): University of California San Diego

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