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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


  • S

    Splunk Inc.

    Splunk Search Expert 101

    Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Ad Hoc Reporting, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Email Automation, Data Processing, Big Data, Data Science, Query Languages, Incident Response, Business Analysis, Geospatial Mapping

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    226 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    AI for Autonomous Vehicles and Robotics

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Transfer Learning, Control Systems, Image Analysis, Robotics, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Reinforcement Learning, Algorithms

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    58 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Digital Thread: Implementation

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Product Design, Digital Analysis, Manufacturing and Production, Business Analysis Tools, Production Process, Digital Transformation, Design Software, Digital Design, IT Infrastructure, Hardware Architecture, Technology Strategies, Information Technology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    475 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Dartmouth College

    American Renaissance: Classic Literature of the 19th Century

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Writing, Liberal Arts, Editing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Aesthetics, Social Studies, Social Justice, World History, Art History, Writing and Editing, Culture, Cultural Diversity, European History, Advocacy, Political Sciences

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Y

    Yale University

    The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Rapport Building, Oral Expression, Personal Development, Journey Mapping, Professional Development, Productivity, Self-Motivation, Self-Awareness, Storytelling, Prioritization, Accountability, Persistence, Communication, Interviewing Skills

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    التحدث والتواصل بثقة | Communicating With Confidence

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Driving engagement, Stress Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    247 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep: AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Containerization, AWS CloudFormation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Amazon CloudWatch, CI/CD, Kubernetes, Cloud Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Application Deployment, Serverless Computing, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development Life Cycle, Configuration Management, Disaster Recovery, Continuous Deployment, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, DevOps, API Gateway

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    32 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 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
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    60 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Power BI for Beginners: Interactive Dashboard Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Power BI, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Performance Metric, Business Metrics, Performance Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Import/Export, Business Intelligence, Regional Sales

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    91 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Coaching Conversations

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Management Training And Development, Constructive Feedback, Gap Analysis, Employee Performance Management, Professional Development, Performance Management, People Management, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement, Problem Solving, Leadership and Management, Expectation Management, Empowerment, Accountability, Active Listening, Communication Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    343 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Alexander Technique: Balanced Posture for Ease and Comfort

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Meditation & Breathwork, Kinesiology, Stress Management, Habit Formation, Respiration, Cognitive flexibility, Self-Awareness, Pain Management, Coordination, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Neurology

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    How to Network: Leading Yourself to Lead Others

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Relationship Management, Strategic Leadership, Action Oriented, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Branding, Goal Setting, General Networking, Business

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    67 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Splunk Search Expert 101: Splunk Inc.
  • AI for Autonomous Vehicles and Robotics: University of Michigan
  • Digital Thread: Implementation: University at Buffalo
  • American Renaissance: Classic Literature of the 19th Century: Dartmouth College
  • The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose: Yale University
  • التحدث والتواصل بثقة | Communicating With Confidence: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Exam Prep: AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional: Whizlabs
  • Lectura crítica: proceso, niveles y herramientas: Universidad de los Andes
  • Power BI for Beginners: Interactive Dashboard Fundamentals: Coursera
  • Coaching Conversations: University of California, Davis

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