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    University at Buffalo

    Solar Energy Systems Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Basic Electrical Systems, HVAC, Energy and Utilities, Semiconductors, Cost Benefit Analysis, Sustainable Technologies, Return On Investment, System Configuration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    856 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Emergency Care: Pregnancy, Infants, and Children

    Skills you'll gain: Medical History Documentation, Child Health, Childbirth, Airway Management, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Maternal Health, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, Pediatric Nursing, Patient Transport, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Patient Evaluation, Environment Health And Safety, Health Assessment, Pathology, Vital Signs, Clinical Assessment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    309 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    DaVinci Resolve 19 Masterclass: Audio & Visual Polish

    Skills you'll gain: Post-Production, Storytelling, Video Editing, Timelines, Color Theory, Data Import/Export, Image Quality, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Music, Editing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Melbourne

    Contemporary India

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Culture, Socioeconomics, Ancient History, World History, Social Sciences, Economic Development, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Economics, Market Dynamics

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    品读道家的智慧

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Liberal Arts, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Ancient History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    71 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    The amazing world of the ethnic groups of Yunnan Province

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Culture, English Language, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Performing Arts, Diversity Awareness, Anthropology, Intercultural Competence, Social Studies, Music, Demography

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    The Art of Filmmaking: Composition and Moving Image

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Videography, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Post-Production, Editing, Design Elements And Principles, Storytelling, Color Theory, Creativity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Princeton University

    Global Systemic Risk

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Analysis, Systems Thinking, World History, International Relations, Social Network Analysis, Financial Systems, Public Health, Governance, Epidemiology, Complex Problem Solving, Economics, Supply Chain

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    416 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Opioid Epidemic: From Evidence to Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Pain Management, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Chronic Diseases, Epidemiology, Medication Therapy Management, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health Policy, Engineering Design Process, Community Health, Public Health, Trend Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    51 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera Project Network

    Getting Started with Microsoft OneDrive

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Microsoft Office, Version Control, Document Management, Data Sharing, Cloud Storage, Data Storage, Data Loss Prevention

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    AI for Business: Generation & Prediction

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Financial Forecasting, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Ethics, Digital Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Innovation, Content Creation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    106 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Software Defined Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Network Performance Management, Data Centers, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Cloud Computing, Network Switches, Network Routing, Microsoft Azure, Test Tools, Debugging, Scalability

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular music history courses

  • Solar Energy Systems Overview: University at Buffalo
  • Emergency Care: Pregnancy, Infants, and Children: University of Colorado System
  • DaVinci Resolve 19 Masterclass: Audio & Visual Polish: Skillshare
  • Contemporary India : The University of Melbourne
  • 品读道家的智慧: Xi'an Jiaotong University
  • The amazing world of the ethnic groups of Yunnan Province: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • The Art of Filmmaking: Composition and Moving Image : California Institute of the Arts
  • Global Systemic Risk : Princeton University
  • Opioid Epidemic: From Evidence to Impact : Johns Hopkins University
  • Getting Started with Microsoft OneDrive: Coursera Project Network

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