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    Social work courses can help you learn how to support individuals and communities through advocacy, counseling, and social services in a variety of settings.

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      My Favorite Lectures @ HKUST

      Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Computer Networking, Teaching, TCP/IP, Student Engagement, Network Protocols, Creativity, Pedagogy, Multimedia, Instructional Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Music

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Tokyo

      6分間模擬授業で学ぶ授業づくり(Learn How to Teach by 6 Min. Micro Teaching)

      Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Teaching, Program Evaluation, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development, Graphic Design, Instructional Design, Student Engagement, Constructive Feedback, Time Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IE Business School

      Diversity with Inclusion in Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Empathy, Safety Culture, Sociology, Social Sciences, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Curiosity

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Storying the Self: (Re)Claiming our Voices

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Storytelling, Social Skills, Empathy, Cognitive flexibility, Initiative and Leadership, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness, Social Justice

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      'Their' World and How You Define It

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Empathy, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Social Justice, Diversity Programs, Cultural Diversity, Recognizing Others, Culture, Disabilities, Cognitive flexibility, Social Sciences, Self-Awareness, Open Mindset, Innovation, Sociology, Autism Spectrum Disorders

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Bing Copilot for Beginners: Enhancing Productivity with AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Business Research, Copywriting, Ideation, Productivity Software, Marketing Materials, Brainstorming, Writing and Editing, Project Implementation, Creative Design, Generative AI, Market Research, Data Analysis Software, Financial Data, Packaging and Labeling, Brand Marketing, Financial Analysis

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Cambio Climático: México en el contexto de América Latina

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Environment, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, International Relations, Environment and Resource Management, Mitigation, Economics, Environmental Science, Public Health, Education and Training

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      AIX Operating System Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Shell Script, Unix Shell, File Management, File Systems, Unix, Unix Commands, Operating Systems, Command-Line Interface, OS Process Management, System Configuration

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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Generative AI in the Classroom for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to find customers by uploading contacts on Twitter

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Microsoft Outlook, Instagram, Customer Acquisition Management, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Gmail, Target Audience, Customer Relationship Building, Data Import/Export

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Genially to Create Award Certificates

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Collaborative Software

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      الدين الحكومي وعجز الموازنة

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Public Administration, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economic Development, Economics, Budgeting, Fiscal Management, Public Policies, Policy Analysis

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

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social work courses

    • My Favorite Lectures @ HKUST : The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • 6分間模擬授業で学ぶ授業づくり(Learn How to Teach by 6 Min. Micro Teaching): The University of Tokyo
    • Diversity with Inclusion in Organizations: IE Business School
    • Storying the Self: (Re)Claiming our Voices: University of Colorado Boulder
    • 'Their' World and How You Define It: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Bing Copilot for Beginners: Enhancing Productivity with AI: Coursera Project Network
    • Cambio Climático: México en el contexto de América Latina: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • AIX Operating System Fundamentals: IBM
    • Generative AI in the Classroom for Educators: University of Glasgow
    • How to find customers by uploading contacts on Twitter: Coursera Project Network

    Why Learn Social Work?

    Social work is a practice-based profession focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities through challenges like poverty, mental health, and social inequality. It blends advocacy, communication, and problem-solving to promote well-being and social justice. Learning social work can prepare you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, education, policy, and human services.

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