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    Understand human rights principles for promoting social justice. Learn about international human rights laws, advocacy, and protection mechanisms.

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      Morehouse College

      Activism in Sports and Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Social Studies, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Political Sciences, Sociology, Oral Expression, Media and Communications, Writing, Timelines

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Big Data Science with the BD2K-LINCS Data Coordination and Integration Center

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Interactive Data Visualization, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Big Data, Data Science, Data Integration, Unsupervised Learning, Molecular Biology, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Metadata Management, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Starweaver

      Business Analysis Mastery: Planning, Skills, and Perspective

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Business Process, Business Planning, Stakeholder Communications, Business Process Management, Enterprise Architecture, Business Consulting, Requirements Analysis, Information Technology, Agile Methodology, Governance, Information Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

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

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Test Case, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Machine Interfaces, Psychology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      145 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Minnesota

      Evaluating User Interfaces

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, User Interface (UI), Usability, User Research, UI/UX Research, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Test Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      271 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Geneva

      Cognition sociale

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Social Sciences, Human Development, Cultural Diversity, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Child Development, Interpersonal Communications, Non-Verbal Communication, Experimentation, Neurology, Research Methodologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Copenhagen Business School

      Business Models For Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Modeling, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Strategies, Business Transformation, Strategic Communication, Systems Thinking, Value Propositions, Cross-Functional Collaboration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Santa Cruz

      Ecosystems of California

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Data Collection, Environment, Scientific Methods, Land Management, Biology, Life Sciences, Water Resources

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      American Psychological Association

      Qualitative Research Methods in Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Interviewing Skills, Research, Research Methodologies, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Social Sciences, Research Design, Culture, Psychology, Analytical Skills, Rapport Building, Anthropology, Diversity Awareness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Duke University

      Space Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Equipment and Technology, Medical Science and Research, Emergency Medicine, Vital Signs, Patient Safety, Preventative Care, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Radiation Protection, Human Factors, Respiration, Environmental Engineering, Physics, Engineering Design Process

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      497 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Ethical Decision-Making in the Tech Industry

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Courage, Technical Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Engineering Management, Professionalism, Personal Integrity, Human Development, Organizational Leadership, Culture, Business Leadership, Anthropology, Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Social Sciences, Research

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      81 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      L&T EduTech

      Fundamentals of Robotics & Industrial Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Automation Engineering, Programmable Logic Controllers, Control Systems, Automation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Robotic Process Automation, Electrical Systems, Human Machine Interfaces, Manufacturing and Production, Industrial Engineering, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Internet Of Things, Matlab, Process Control

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular human rights courses

    • Activism in Sports and Culture : Morehouse College
    • Big Data Science with the BD2K-LINCS Data Coordination and Integration Center: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Business Analysis Mastery: Planning, Skills, and Perspective: Starweaver
    • What is “the mind” and what is artificial intelligence?: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Evaluating User Interfaces: University of Minnesota
    • Cognition sociale: University of Geneva
    • Business Models For Sustainability: Copenhagen Business School
    • Ecosystems of California: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Qualitative Research Methods in Psychology: American Psychological Association
    • Space Medicine: Duke University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Human Rights

    Human rights are the basic rights and freedoms that everyone in the world has from when they are born to when they die. These values like equality and independence are defined and protected by the law. The protection of human rights is in conflict in many parts of the world, and it is a fight to work towards a better future.‎

    Learning about human rights gives you an understanding of how the world really is. It's important to learn about human rights to become aware of the problems happening around the world and grow personally to understand ways that you can help communities. It will open your eyes and give you a new perspective on how the world works and how it has evolved over the years.‎

    By learning about human rights, you will be able to share your knowledge with others around you, thereby impacting your community and promoting a change. You will be able to help create a new and more enriching environment that helps people have a better life. You will learn about many problems happening, and you'll get ideas you can apply anywhere to solve those problems.‎

    Online courses will provide you with tools and information necessary to gain knowledge about this topic. You will be able to learn about human rights from the beginning and how it has changed over hundreds of years. You will also learn through lectures, interviews, and readings that dive in deeper into this topic. These courses will also give you a chance to talk to other students around the world and discuss ways to help the situation.‎

    Online Human Rights courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Human Rights skills. Choose from a wide range of Human Rights courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Human Rights, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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