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Inquiry Based Learning Courses

Inquiry-based learning courses can help you learn critical thinking, problem-solving techniques, research methodologies, and effective questioning strategies. You can build skills in designing experiments, analyzing data, and facilitating discussions that encourage student engagement. Many courses introduce tools like digital platforms for collaborative projects, data visualization software, and assessment frameworks that enhance the inquiry process and support active learning.


Popular Inquiry Based Learning Courses and Certifications


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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Interview Research and Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Oral Expression, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Knowledge Transfer, Language Competency, Personal Attributes, Communication, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Language Learning, Communication Strategies, Job Analysis, Learning Strategies, Goal Setting

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    272 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Python: A Guided Journey from Introduction to Application

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Matplotlib, File I/O, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative AI, NumPy, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Model Training, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Plot (Graphics), Object Oriented Design, Integrated Development Environments, Python Programming, Development Environment, Event-Driven Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Artificial Intelligence Privacy and Convenience

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, AI Security, Responsible AI, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Governance, Predictive Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    107 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT & Zapier: Agentic AI for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI, Email Automation, Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Expense Management, Expense Reports, AI Orchestration, AI literacy, Workflow Management, Tool Calling, Google Sheets, AI Integrations, Memory Management

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    136 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Service-Oriented Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Service Oriented Architecture, API Design, Web Services, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Microservices, Restful API, Software Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Applications, Software Design, JSON, Web Development, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Android Development

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    592 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    ChatGPT for Beginners: SciFi Writing with Dall-e

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Visual Storytelling, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, Prompt Engineering Tools, ChatGPT, Multimodal Prompts, OpenAI, Generative AI, Storytelling, AI Workflows, Creativity, Critical Thinking

    4.5
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    610 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    JavaScript Programming Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Ajax, Javascript, Data Structures, Debugging, JSON, Web Development, Web Applications, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Computer Programming, HTML and CSS, Event-Driven Programming, Software Development, Git (Version Control System), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Application Programming Interface (API)

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    175 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Migrating to the AWS Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Data Migration, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Data Import/Export, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Deployment, Managed Services

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Toronto

    Bioinformatic Methods II

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, R (Software), Informatics, Network Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Processing, Scientific Visualization, Structural Analysis, Heat Maps

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    488 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Budgeting essentials and development

    Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Budgeting, Financial Management, Operating Budget, Performance Management, Performance Measurement, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Variance Analysis, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Forecasting

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    318 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Secure Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Cloud Computing, Firewall, Cloud Services, General Networking, Networking Hardware, Network Architecture, OSI Models, Microsoft Azure, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Network Monitoring, Virtualization

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    333 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Professional Development, Business Ethics, Organizational Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Integrity, Employee Coaching, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management, Personal Development, Decision Making, Oral Expression, Program Implementation, Action Oriented, Verbal Communication Skills, Plan Execution

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    615 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular inquiry based learning courses

  • Interview Research and Preparation: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Python: A Guided Journey from Introduction to Application: Arizona State University
  • Artificial Intelligence Privacy and Convenience: LearnQuest
  • ChatGPT & Zapier: Agentic AI for Everyone: Vanderbilt University
  • Service-Oriented Architecture: University of Alberta
  • ChatGPT for Beginners: SciFi Writing with Dall-e: Coursera
  • JavaScript Programming Essentials: IBM
  • Migrating to the AWS Cloud: Amazon Web Services
  • Bioinformatic Methods II: University of Toronto
  • Budgeting essentials and development: Fundação Instituto de Administração

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