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  • U

    University of Leeds

    Transmitting and Fighting Infectious Diseases

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Immunology, Pathology, Infection Control, Pharmacology, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Biology, Physiology, Cell Biology

    ★ 4.7 (54) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Emerging Technologies, Physical Science, Computational Thinking, Image Analysis, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, electromagnetics, Numerical Analysis, General Science and Research, Image Quality, Data Analysis Software, Scientific Methods

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Emergent Phenomena in Science and Everyday Life

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Materials science, Quantum computing, Biology, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Neurology, Cell Biology

    ★ 4.4 (168) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality! Science, philosophy, a search for meaning

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Scientific Methods, Theoretical Computer Science, Logical Reasoning, Science and Research, Physics, Experimentation, Laboratory Experience, Physical Science, Artificial Intelligence, Simulations, Computer Science, AI literacy, Psychology, Liberal Arts, General Science and Research, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, Chemistry

    ★ 4.7 (40) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality: Cosmos

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Physics, Laboratory Experience, Physical Science, Experimentation, Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, World History, European History, electromagnetics

    ★ 4.9 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    The University of Melbourne

    How Music Can Change Your Life

    Skills you'll gain: Music, World Music, Cultural Diversity, Health Promotion, Social Impact, Rehabilitation, Community Development, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Neurology

    ★ 4.7 (180) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • W

    Wesleyan University

    How to Change the World

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Community Organizing, Environmental Issue, Health Disparities, Social Sciences, Philanthropy, Climate Change Programs, Sustainable Systems, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Development, Advocacy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Care, Economic Development, Sociology, Public Health, Environment and Resource Management

    ★ 4.7 (279) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • C

    Carnegie Mellon University

    Statistical Thermodynamics: Molecules to Machines

    Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Engineering, Process Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Materials science, Biological Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering Analysis, Physics, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling, Physical Science

    ★ 3.9 (52) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Movements Are Controlled By Muscle Forces

    Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Musculoskeletal System, Coordination, Exercise Therapy, Neurology, Sports Medicine, Physiology, Anatomy

    ★ 4.6 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding Modern Physics I: Relativity and Cosmology

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Systems Of Measurement, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Scientific Visualization

    ★ 4.6 (172) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Decisiveness, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Problem Solving, Leadership Development, Analysis, Goal Setting, Strategic Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Business Strategy, Overcoming Obstacles, Mitigation

    ★ 4.8 (209) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • S

    Stanford University

    Understanding Einstein: The Special Theory of Relativity

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, European History, Verification And Validation, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, electromagnetics, Experimentation, Mechanics

    ★ 4.9 (3.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular how things work courses

  • Transmitting and Fighting Infectious Diseases: University of Leeds
  • AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery: The University of Edinburgh
  • Emergent Phenomena in Science and Everyday Life: University of California, Irvine
  • Question Reality! Science, philosophy, a search for meaning: Dartmouth College
  • Question Reality: Cosmos: Dartmouth College
  • How Music Can Change Your Life: The University of Melbourne
  • How to Change the World: Wesleyan University
  • Statistical Thermodynamics: Molecules to Machines: Carnegie Mellon University
  • Movements Are Controlled By Muscle Forces: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Understanding Modern Physics I: Relativity and Cosmology: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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