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    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Grow Your Cannabis

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Pharmacology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Laboratory Testing, Product Testing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Simulations, Peer Review, Browser Compatibility, Human Computer Interaction, File Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      MathWorks

      Deep Learning for Object Detection

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Matlab, Data Visualization, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Data Analysis, Performance Tuning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Simple Linear Regression for the Absolute Beginner

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Regression Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Feature Engineering, Data Cleansing, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Supervised Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Liderazgo femenino: potencia habilidades e impulsa el cambio

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Emotional Intelligence, Professional Development, Mentorship, Resilience, Professional Networking, Assertiveness, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Branding, Diversity and Inclusion

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New
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      Free Trial
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      MedCerts

      Clinical Medical Assistant Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Phlebotomy, Blood Collection, Sterilization, Medical Terminology, Nutrition Education, Infection Control, Pathology, Patient Education And Counseling, Vital Signs, Geriatrics, Laboratory Testing, Electocardiography, Anatomy, Pediatrics, Patient Evaluation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Health And Safety Standards, Health Assessment, Sanitation, Nursing and Patient Care

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      SkillUp EdTech

      Mobile App Notifications, Databases, & Publishing

      Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), Mobile Development, React Native, Apple iOS, iOS Development, Back-End Web Development, Android Development, Application Development, UI Components, Application Deployment, Operational Databases, Database Development, Databases, Product Support, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Application Performance Management, Marketing Strategies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Particle Dynamics

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Physics, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Integral Calculus, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Black Lives Matter

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Community Organizing, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, World History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Advocacy, Demography

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      81 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      A

      Amazon Web Services

      Exploring Artificial Intelligence Use Cases and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Business Metrics, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Measurement, Performance Metric

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Deep Learning with PyTorch : Object Localization

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D

      Duke University

      Databricks to Local LLMs

      Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Generative AI, Data Lakes, Extract, Transform, Load, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Transformation, Data Pipelines, Large Language Modeling, Apache Spark, Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Data Science, CI/CD, Data Governance

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Grow Your Cannabis: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Deep Learning for Object Detection: MathWorks
    • Simple Linear Regression for the Absolute Beginner: Coursera Project Network
    • Liderazgo femenino: potencia habilidades e impulsa el cambio: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Clinical Medical Assistant Fundamentals: MedCerts
    • Mobile App Notifications, Databases, & Publishing: SkillUp EdTech
    • Particle Dynamics: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Black Lives Matter: Johns Hopkins University
    • Exploring Artificial Intelligence Use Cases and Applications: Amazon Web Services

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Political Science

    Top options include Political Economy of Institutions and Development from Universiteit Leiden, Moral Foundations of Politics from Yale University, and Understanding Political Concepts from the Università di Napoli Federico II. These courses explore political theory, governance, global politics, and public institutions.‎

    Yes. Many political science courses offer a free audit option, which allows you to access video lectures and readings at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how governments function, how political systems are structured, and how public policy is created and implemented. Topics may also include political ideologies, international relations, comparative politics, and the role of institutions and citizens in shaping political outcomes.‎

    No prior background is required for most introductory courses. Many are designed for general learners and start with foundational concepts. More advanced or specialized courses may build on prior knowledge in law, economics, or history.‎

    Yes. These courses are valuable for learners preparing for university study, professionals in public service, educators, or anyone interested in policy, governance, or international affairs. Earning a certificate can support applications for academic programs or enhance your understanding of current global issues.‎

    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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