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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


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Teaching Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Peer Review, Editing, Student-Centred Learning, Teaching, Writing, Writing and Editing, Syllabus Development, Instructional Strategies, Literacy, Student Engagement, Developing Training Materials, Storytelling, Empowerment, Course Development, Mentorship, Language Competency, Creativity, Case Studies, Critical Thinking

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Nursing Informatics Leadership Theory and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Nursing Management, Leadership, Nursing Administration, Initiative and Leadership, Nursing, Health Informatics, Innovation, Conflict Management, Systems Thinking, Self-Awareness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Freelance Editing: Launch & Build Your Video Editing Career

    Skills you'll gain: Client Services, Video Editing, Customer Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Price Negotiation, Video Production, Self-Motivation, Entrepreneurship, Professional Networking, Business Planning, Adaptability, Business Systems, Problem Solving

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Looker

    Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Data Governance, Dashboard, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Business Intelligence, Gemini, Data Visualization Software, Analytics, Metadata Management, Data Integration, Data Modeling, Self Service Technologies, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Security

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Avatar Psychology for Designers

    Skills you'll gain: Persona (User Experience), Research Design, Game Design, Design, Animation and Game Design, User Experience Design, Diversity Awareness, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Psychology, User Research, Cultural Sensitivity

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Agile and Hybrid Approaches in a Project Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Kanban Principles, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management, Sprint Planning, Performance Measurement, Lean Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process, Risk Management, Team Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Power Pivot Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Star Schema, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Storytelling, Microsoft Excel, Data Modeling, Business Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Metrics, Data Manipulation

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

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    Packt

    Governance and Management of IT

    Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), Cloud Management, Quality Assurance, Compliance Auditing, Technology Strategies, Governance, Enterprise Architecture, Audit Planning, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Cloud Computing, Business Priorities, Change Control, Change Management, Resource Management, Internal Controls, Business Intelligence, Compliance Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Understanding & Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Security Awareness, Advocacy, Professionalism, Conflict Management, Accountability, Investigation

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

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    Exploratorium

    Tinkering Fundamentals: Motion and Mechanisms

    Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Collaboration, Creativity, Mechanics, Research, Creative Problem-Solving, Experimentation, Innovation, Mechanical Design, Aesthetics, Construction

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Sourcing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supplier Management, Supply Chain, Supplier Performance Management, Supply Management, Supply Chain Management, Benchmarking, Competitive Analysis, Business Analytics, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Financial Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dell

    Dell Technologies Technical Support Career Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Technical Support, Lifelong Learning, Desktop Support, Willingness To Learn, Product Support, End User Training and Support, System Support, Help Desk Support, Active Listening, Time Management, Growth Mindedness, Open Mindset, Interpersonal Communications, Teamwork, Relationship Building, Problem Solving, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Teaching Writing: Johns Hopkins University
  • Nursing Informatics Leadership Theory and Practice: University of Minnesota
  • Freelance Editing: Launch & Build Your Video Editing Career: Skillshare
  • Introduction to Looker: Google Cloud
  • Avatar Psychology for Designers: Michigan State University
  • Agile and Hybrid Approaches in a Project Environment: Microsoft
  • Power Pivot Fundamentals: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Governance and Management of IT: Packt
  • Understanding & Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment: Coursera
  • Tinkering Fundamentals: Motion and Mechanisms: Exploratorium

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