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    University of Cambridge

    The neuropsychology of decision making

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Neurology, Child Development, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Anatomy, Physiology, Biology, Research

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Decision Making, Human Learning, Usability, Psychology, Human Centered Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    The Brain and Space

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Neurology, Human Learning, Psychology, Computational Thinking, Visual Impairment Education, Experimentation, Anatomy, Laboratory Research, Physiology, Biology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    654 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Utrecht University

    Understanding child development: from synapse to society

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Human Development, Speech Language Pathology, Developmental Disabilities, Systems Thinking, Pediatrics, Research, Neurology, Cultural Diversity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    425 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    What is “the mind” and what is artificial intelligence?

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Human Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Machine Interfaces, Psychology, Problem Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    147 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Rethinking Logic: Surprising Science of Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Deductive Reasoning, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Complex Problem Solving, Lifelong Learning, Growth Mindedness, Willingness To Learn, Systems Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Decision Making, Social Sciences, Behavioral Economics, Scientific Methods

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    40 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, Multimodal Prompts, Generative Model Architectures, Keras (Neural Network Library), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Generative AI, Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Linear Algebra, Microsoft Excel, Data Transformation, Feature Engineering, Data Manipulation

    Build toward a degree

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence

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    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    Pearson

    Learning Deep Learning: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Tensorflow, Natural Language Processing, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Forecasting, Network Architecture

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Linear Algebra, Microsoft Excel, Data Transformation, Feature Engineering, Data Manipulation

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    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Science of Movement

    Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Electrophysiology, Rehabilitation, Exercise Science, Human Musculoskeletal System, Sports Medicine, Exercise Therapy, Physical Therapy, Neurology, Physiology, Geriatrics, Control Systems, Coordination, Anatomy, Cell Biology, Biology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Essentials of Sensory Science

    Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Product Testing, Laboratory Testing, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Laboratory Experience, Food and Beverage, Consumer Behaviour, Scientific Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Case Studies, Quality Assurance, Physiology, Research Design, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Nutrition and Diet, Target Market, Human Factors, Anatomy, Product Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    67 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • The neuropsychology of decision making: University of Cambridge
  • Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations: Arizona State University
  • The Brain and Space: Duke University
  • Understanding child development: from synapse to society: Utrecht University
  • What is “the mind” and what is artificial intelligence?: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Rethinking Logic: Surprising Science of Critical Thinking: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Computer Vision: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Learning Deep Learning: Unit 2: Pearson
  • Introduction to Computer Vision: University of Colorado Boulder

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