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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Science and Research, Research Design, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Sociology, Political Sciences, Experimentation, Anthropology, Economics

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Measuring Disease in Epidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Preventative Care, Program Evaluation, Risk Analysis, Quantitative Research, Health Policy, Research, Statistical Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Translational Science

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Medical Science and Research, Community Health, Research, Clinical Research, Public Health, Health Policy, Clinical Trials, Scientific Methods, Laboratory Research, Cultural Diversity, Mentorship

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Data Collection, Higher Education, Sample Size Determination, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Academic Advising, Probability & Statistics

    4.7
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Indian Institute for Human Settlements

    Shaping Urban Futures

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Climate Change Adaptation, Systems Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Research, Big Data

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Applied Digital Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Design, Infographics, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Multimedia, Brainstorming, Web Content, Planning, Information Management, Research, Literacy, Lifelong Learning, Computer Literacy, Critical Thinking, Data Ethics, Analytical Skills, Digital Communications, Intellectual Property, Investigation, Peer Review

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    193 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Spanish Vocabulary Project

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Spanish Language, Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Culture, Writing and Editing, Vocabulary, Research

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

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    AI and European Union Law: Navigating Regulatory Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Legal Technology, Legal Risk, Legal Research, Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Workflow Management, Compliance Management, Automation, Legal Strategy, Productivity Software, Governance, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Analysis

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yad Vashem

    The Holocaust through the Perspective of Primary Sources

    Skills you'll gain: Research, European History, World History, Photography, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Legal Depositions, Journals

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Introduction to Sensory Science

    Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Consumer Behaviour, Quality Assurance, Laboratory Testing, Product Testing, Usability Testing, Science and Research, Data Collection, Nutrition and Diet, Surveys, Scientific Methods, Research, Psychology, Acceptance Testing, Analytical Testing, Biology, Product Development, Analytical Skills, Medical Science and Research, Physiology

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Applied Public History: Places, People, Stories

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Storytelling, Program Evaluation, Media and Communications, Research, Community Outreach, Timelines, Case Studies, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies, Creativity, Interviewing Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    112 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Understanding the Campaign Components

    Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Strategic Communication, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Resource Allocation, Media Strategy, Brand Management, Earned Media, Communication Strategies, Owned Media, Public Relations, Shared Media, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting, Target Audience, Research and Design, Research, Market Research

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Measuring Disease in Epidemiology: Imperial College London
  • Introduction to Translational Science : University of Michigan
  • Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 2: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Shaping Urban Futures: Indian Institute for Human Settlements
  • Applied Digital Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Spanish Vocabulary Project: University of California, Davis
  • AI and European Union Law: Navigating Regulatory Compliance: Coursera Instructor Network
  • The Holocaust through the Perspective of Primary Sources: Yad Vashem
  • Introduction to Sensory Science: University of California, Davis

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