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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Nutrition Education for the Consumer

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Dietetics, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Nutrition, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Scientific Methods, Health Assessment, Food and Beverage, Regulatory Compliance, Preventative Care, Critical Thinking, Psychology, Medical Science and Research

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      Splunk Inc.

      Splunk Search Expert

      Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Correlation Analysis, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Data Wrangling, Performance Tuning, Statistical Methods, Dashboard, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Statistical Analysis, Data Processing, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Data Analysis, Data Synthesis, Data Modeling, Ad Hoc Reporting, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Exploratory Data Analysis, Transaction Processing

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      University of Minnesota

      Analytics for Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Simulations, Operations Research, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Supply Chain, Probability, Predictive Modeling, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Analytics, Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Data Modeling, Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistics, Business Mathematics, Manufacturing Operations

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      University at Buffalo

      Solar Energy and Electrical System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, HVAC, Building Design, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Engineering Calculations, Architectural Design, System Requirements, Building Codes, Structural Analysis, Cost Estimation

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      Board Infinity

      Fundamentals of Java Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Software Development Tools, Java, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Virtual Machines

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Video Game Development, Scrum (Software Development), Unity Engine, Value Propositions, Functional Specification, Sprint Retrospectives, Business Modeling, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Software Design Documents, Software Development Methodologies, Interaction Design, Software Documentation, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI), Virtual Environment, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Statistics for Genomic Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Data Pipelines, Data Transformation, Data Processing

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      LearnQuest

      Spring - Ecosystem and Core

      Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, JUnit, Application Frameworks, Java, Unit Testing, Enterprise Application Management, Integration Testing, Dependency Analysis, Extensible Markup Language (XML)

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      New York University

      Guided Tour of Machine Learning in Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Predictive Modeling, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Deep Learning, Financial Services, Finance, Tensorflow, Jupyter, Reinforcement Learning

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      University of Washington

      Machine Learning: Classification

      Skills you'll gain: Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Text Mining, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Scalability, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Big Data, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms

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      University of Geneva

      Genre : quels enjeux ? Violences, globalisation, biomédecine, sexualités.

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Sociology, Social Sciences, World History, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Research Methodologies, Economics

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      SAS

      Data Literacy: Exploring and Visualizing Data

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, SAS (Software), Trend Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Data Cleansing, Interactive Data Visualization, Technical Communication, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Ethics, Data Visualization Software, Research, Business Analytics, Analytical Skills, Business Reporting

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

    • Nutrition Education for the Consumer: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Splunk Search Expert: Splunk Inc.
    • Analytics for Decision Making: University of Minnesota
    • Solar Energy and Electrical System Design: University at Buffalo
    • Fundamentals of Java Programming: Board Infinity
    • Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos: Universidad de los Andes
    • Statistics for Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
    • Spring - Ecosystem and Core: LearnQuest
    • Guided Tour of Machine Learning in Finance: New York University
    • Machine Learning: Classification: University of Washington

    Frequently Asked Questions about Research Methods

    Research methods courses on Coursera equip you with essential tools and techniques for conducting scientific research:

    • Understanding of different research designs, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches.
    • Skills in data collection techniques such as surveys, interviews, experiments, and observational studies.
    • Data analysis methods, including statistical analysis and interpretation using software tools like SPSS, R, or Python.
    • Knowledge of ethical considerations in research to ensure integrity and protect participants.
    • Writing and communication skills necessary for crafting clear, concise research proposals, reports, and publications.
    • Project management skills to effectively plan and execute research projects.
    • Critical evaluation skills to assess the validity and reliability of research findings.‎

    Research methods courses on Coursera are designed to meet learners at various levels of expertise:

    • Introductory courses are ideal for learners new to research methods, providing basic concepts and foundational skills.
    • Intermediate courses build upon basic knowledge, offering more in-depth study of specific methodologies and analytical techniques.
    • Advanced courses are tailored for learners with substantial experience in research, focusing on sophisticated techniques and complex research challenges.‎

    Coursera collaborates with academic institutions and industry leaders to offer a range of credentials related to research methods:

    • Professional certificates that can support your development in research skills.
    • Specialized course certificates that document your engagement with specific research methodologies.
    • Degree programs and professional qualifications that are designed to enhance your knowledge and expertise in conducting research.

    These educational options are intended to enhance your understanding and proficiency in research methods, helping you prepare for advanced academic or professional roles.‎

    Skills acquired in research methods courses can open doors to a range of career paths:

    • Research Analyst: Conduct and analyze data to inform business decisions, policy development, or scientific discovery.
    • Academic Researcher: Lead or participate in research projects within university settings.
    • Market Researcher: Design and implement studies to understand market trends and consumer behavior.
    • Program Evaluator: Assess the effectiveness of programs and interventions in public health, education, or social services.
    • Data Scientist: Apply complex analytical techniques to large datasets in various industries. ‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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