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Higher education courses can help you learn curriculum design, assessment strategies, educational leadership, and student engagement techniques. You can build skills in effective communication with diverse student populations, data analysis for academic performance, and integrating technology into teaching practices. Many courses introduce tools like learning management systems, assessment software, and collaborative platforms that enhance the educational experience and support innovative teaching methods.


Popular Higher Education Courses and Certifications


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    IE Business School

    Beyond the Obvious: How to Think in the Age of Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Generative AI, Empathy, Cognitive flexibility, Research, Lifelong Learning, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Statistical Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Huddersfield

    Advanced Leadership Skills & Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Leadership, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Communication, Strategic Communication, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Communication Strategies, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Culture, Collaboration, Diversity and Inclusion

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Columbia University

    Pets, Politics and Pandemics

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Complex Problem Solving, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Personal Development, Critical Thinking, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Climate Change Mitigation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Computing for Cancer Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Systems, Informatics, Data Processing, Data Sharing, Computing Platforms, Bioinformatics, Data Storage, Computer Literacy, Computer Hardware, Big Data, Capacity Management, Data Centers, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cloud Computing, Oncology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Responsible Medication Prescribing for Older Adults

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Medication Therapy Management, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Geriatrics, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Care Management, Care Coordination, Patient Safety, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Communication

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Street Photography

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Post-Production, Creativity, Lifelong Learning, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Adobe Photoshop, Growth Mindedness, Creative Thinking, Storytelling, Aesthetics, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Persistence, Curiosity, Resilience, Overcoming Obstacles, Decision Making, Patience

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    How to Series on Personal Development Topics

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Empowerment, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Courage, Accountability, Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, Assertiveness, Open Mindset, Goal Setting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Java Servlets Tutorial

    Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Data Access, Apache Tomcat, Application Servers, Relational Databases, Databases, Java, Web Servers, SQL, Authentications, Web Applications, Secure Coding, Software Design Patterns, Data Persistence, Context Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Strategic Career Planning in Technology-Based Roles

    Skills you'll gain: Workforce Planning, Professional Networking, Computer Science, LinkedIn, Talent Sourcing, Technology Strategies, Recruitment, Adaptability, Information Technology, Branding, Continuous Improvement Process, Software Development, Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    深扣孔孟 (An Inquiry into Confucius and Mencius)

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Education and Training, Family Support, Human Learning, Culture, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Ancient History, Human Development, Governance, Interpersonal Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced Frontend Development and Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, React Redux, Full-Stack Web Development, React.js, Authentications, Node.JS, Front-End Web Development, Authorization (Computing), User Accounts, User Interface (UI), GitHub, Command-Line Interface

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Road Safety & Indigenous Communities: Safe Systems Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Accident Prevention, Health Equity, Safety Standards, Civil Engineering, Grant Writing, Health Disparities, Systems Thinking, Community Outreach, Public Health, Community Development, Risk Analysis, Cultural Sensitivity

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular higher education courses

  • Beyond the Obvious: How to Think in the Age of Generative AI: IE Business School
  • Advanced Leadership Skills & Communication: University of Huddersfield
  • Pets, Politics and Pandemics: Columbia University
  • Computing for Cancer Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
  • Responsible Medication Prescribing for Older Adults: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Street Photography: Skillshare
  • How to Series on Personal Development Topics: Coursera
  • Java Servlets Tutorial: EDUCBA
  • Strategic Career Planning in Technology-Based Roles: Coursera
  • 深扣孔孟 (An Inquiry into Confucius and Mencius): National Taiwan University

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