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      IBM

      Introduction to Web Development with HTML, CSS, JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Javascript, Interactive Design, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Lund University

      AI, Business & the Future of Work

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Strategic Thinking, Business Transformation, Business Risk Management, Business Strategy, Organizational Change, Business Ethics, Automation, Thought Leadership, Machine Learning, Interviewing Skills, Human Machine Interfaces

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ISAE-SUPAERO

      Fundamentals of Flight mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Thermal Management, Risk Control, Physical Science, Simulations, Applied Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement, Vibrations, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Safety Assurance, Mathematical Modeling, Energy and Utilities, Algebra

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      532 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Interfacing with the Arduino

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronics, Electrical Wiring, Electronic Components, Embedded Systems, Peripheral Devices, General Networking, Wireless Networks

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Build, Train and Deploy ML Models with Keras on Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Deployment, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Processing, Scalability, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Data Transformation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Design Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Machine Learning, Data Quality, Computer Science, Algorithms

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      882 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Summary Statistics in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Visualization, Epidemiology, Medical Science and Research, Quantitative Research, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Literacy, Probability Distribution, Public Health, Statistical Analysis, Clinical Trials, Sample Size Determination

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New York University

      Introduction to Cyber Attacks

      Skills you'll gain: Security Engineering, Threat Modeling, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Computer Security, Malware Protection, Encryption, Data Integrity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Securing Digital Democracy

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, Security Engineering, Information Systems Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Vulnerability, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Public Safety and National Security, Safety and Security, Human Factors, Human Computer Interaction, Usability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      169 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Arizona

      Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physical Science, Research, Environment, Experimentation, Environmental Science, Physics, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Microbiology

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      506 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      الذكاء الاصطناعي للجميع

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Team Building, Data Ethics, Business Solutions, Machine Learning, Business Transformation, Data Science, Business Strategy, Data Literacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      912 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      The Brain and Space

      Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Neurology, Human Learning, Experimentation, Laboratory Research, Physics, Biology, General Science and Research, Magnetic Resonance Imaging

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      652 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Introduction to Web Development with HTML, CSS, JavaScript: IBM
    • AI, Business & the Future of Work: Lund University
    • Fundamentals of Flight mechanics: ISAE-SUPAERO
    • Interfacing with the Arduino: University of California, Irvine
    • Build, Train and Deploy ML Models with Keras on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers: Macquarie University
    • Summary Statistics in Public Health : Johns Hopkins University
    • Introduction to Cyber Attacks: New York University
    • Securing Digital Democracy: University of Michigan
    • Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds: University of Arizona

    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.

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