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.

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Project Design, Data Mining, Ideation, Design Thinking, Analytical Skills, Analytics, Business Analytics, Business Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Case Studies, Anomaly Detection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Process Mapping
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Seaborn, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Autoencoders, Generative AI, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative Model Architectures, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Transfer Learning, Model Optimization, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Fine-tuning, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Sampling (Statistics), Machine Learning Algorithms, Simulations, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Probability Distribution
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

MathWorks
Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Agentic systems, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Control Systems
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Microsoft Azure, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Model Training, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, No-Code Development, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Machine Learning, Jupyter, Data Ethics, Decision Tree Learning, Model Evaluation, Responsible AI, Tensorflow, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), NumPy, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Machine Learning Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Decision Tree Learning, Model Evaluation, Tensorflow, Responsible AI, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Random Forest Algorithm, Model Optimization, Artificial Neural Networks, Logistic Regression, Regression Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Data Preprocessing, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Software, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Data Wrangling, Predictive Analytics, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Classification Algorithms, Forecasting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Agentic systems, Markov Model, Decision Intelligence, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Logistic Regression, Machine Learning Methods, Transfer Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Artificial Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Computer Vision, Medical Imaging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Logistic Regression, Statistical Modeling, Model Evaluation, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Generative Model Architectures, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification Algorithms, Model Optimization, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months