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Self Paced Courses

Self-paced courses can help you learn time management, goal setting, and effective study techniques. You can build skills in self-discipline, critical thinking, and adapting learning strategies to fit your personal style. Many courses introduce tools like digital planners, productivity apps, and online resources that enhance your learning experience and help you track your progress.

Popular Self Paced Courses and Certifications


  • B

    Ball State University

    Introduction to Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis, Computer Programming, Analytics, Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Computer Science, Text Mining, NumPy, Data Processing, Code Reusability, Mathematical Software, Debugging, Computational Logic, Data Manipulation

    ★ 4.7 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Foundations of Trauma Informed Pedagogy

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Working With Children, Trauma Care, Childhood Education and Development, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, K-12 pedagogy, Disabilities, Advocacy, Social Justice, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Student Support and Services, Self-Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Responsiveness

    ★ 4.8 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Action-Driven Business Plan: From the ‘Classroom’ to the World

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Market Research, Plan Execution, Market Analysis, Financial Modeling, Proposal Writing, Market Opportunities, New Product Development, Business Development, Video Production, Project Planning, Product Development, Professional Networking, Presentations, Operating Budget, Cash Flow Forecasting, Ideation, Risk Analysis

    ★ 4.9 (341) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Virginia

    Grow to Greatness: Smart Growth for Private Businesses, Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Management Training And Development, Drive Engagement, Strategic Planning, Case Studies, People Development, Employee Performance Management, Team Building, People Management, Growth Strategies, Leadership Development, Entrepreneurship, Human Capital, Plan Execution, Organizational Development, Human Resources Management and Planning, Business Strategy, Planning, Innovation, Business Intelligence

    ★ 4.8 (246) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fandom, Social Media, and Authenticity in the Digital Age

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Social Media, Digital Publishing, Self-Awareness, Content Creation, Personal Development, Diversity Awareness, Media and Communications, Sociology, Electronic Media, Critical Thinking, Social Sciences, Culture, Community Development, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Writing

    ★ 4.4 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Power BI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data Transformation, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Modeling, Star Schema, Pivot Tables And Charts, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Processing, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Excel, Data Management, Data Analysis, Advanced Analytics

    ★ 4.3 (29) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Lectura crítica: proceso, niveles y herramientas

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Critical Thinking, Lifelong Learning, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Independent Thinking, Analysis, Learning Strategies, Analytical Skills

    ★ 4.6 (60) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Skills for Nursing Informatics Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Nursing Administration, Nursing Management, Leadership, Nursing, Nursing Practices, Health Informatics, Informatics, Health Care, Information Management, Health Technology, General Networking, Culture

    ★ 4.8 (204) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Business Analytics Executive Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Data Presentation, Analytics, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Analytical Skills, Business Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analysis, Trend Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Strategy, Data Warehousing, Data Science, Workforce Planning, Case Studies

    ★ 4.6 (282) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Communication as a Technical Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Team Collaboration, Empathy, Social Skills, Rapport Building, Trustworthiness, Technical Communication, Leadership Development, Management Training And Development, Engineering Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Supervision, Coaching

    ★ 4.5 (72) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Constructores de Paz

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Student-Centred Learning, Compassion, Honesty, Journals, Mindfulness

    ★ 4.8 (232) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Skillshare

    DaVinci Resolve 19 Masterclass: Video Editing Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Animations, Timelines, Motion Graphics, Post-Production, Videography, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, System Configuration, Editing, Data Import/Export, Color Matching, File Management, Performance Tuning

    ★ 4.1 (25) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular self paced courses

  • Introduction to Programming: Ball State University
  • Foundations of Trauma Informed Pedagogy: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Action-Driven Business Plan: From the ‘Classroom’ to the World: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Grow to Greatness: Smart Growth for Private Businesses, Part II: University of Virginia
  • Fandom, Social Media, and Authenticity in the Digital Age: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Exam Prep PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate: Whizlabs
  • Lectura crítica: proceso, niveles y herramientas: Universidad de los Andes
  • Skills for Nursing Informatics Leaders: University of Minnesota
  • Business Analytics Executive Overview: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Communication as a Technical Leader: University of Colorado Boulder

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