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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 Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Project Initiation and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Waterfall Methodology, Project Planning, Agile Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Communication Planning, Project Risk Management, Timelines, Project Management, Sprint Planning, Scope Management, Project Estimation, Project Scoping, Project Schedules, Stakeholder Management, Scheduling, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Resource Management

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    149 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Data Analytics and Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Systems, Relational Databases, Database Software, Databases, Database Application, NoSQL, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Database Development, Machine Learning Algorithms, SQL, Big Data, Model Evaluation, Apache Hadoop, MySQL, Statistical Analysis, Database Theory, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing

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    4.5
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    102 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Edureka

    Mastering NLP: Tokenization, Sentiment Analysis & Neural MT

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Large Language Modeling, Fine-tuning, Model Evaluation, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Text Mining, Transfer Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Embeddings, Data Processing, Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing

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    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Copenhagen Business School

    Digital Transformation of Financial Services - Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Financial Services, Digital Transformation, Banking, FinTech, Competitive Analysis, Analysis, Business Analysis, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Business Transformation, Concision

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    182 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Mitigating Security Vulnerabilities on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Data Loss Prevention, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Threat Management, Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Google Cloud Platform, Data Security, Threat Detection, Malware Protection, Continuous Monitoring, IT Automation, Event Monitoring, Identity and Access Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    724 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Azure: Create a Virtual Machine and Deploy a Web Server

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Machines, Microsoft Azure, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Deployment, Firewall, Cloud Computing, Network Security, Virtual Networking, Web Servers, Network Administration, Remote Access Systems, Application Deployment

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    223 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    L&T EduTech

    AI & ML Applications in Oil and Gas Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Big Data, Data Management, Data Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Process Engineering, Geostatistics, Decision Intelligence, Anomaly Detection, Image Analysis, Production Process, Machine Learning Methods, Energy and Utilities, Machine Learning, Physical Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Natural Resource Management

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    61 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Become a JavaScript Developer

    Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, JavaScript Frameworks, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, JSON, Program Development, Web Development, Angular, Web Applications, Vue.JS, Data Import/Export, Application Development, Mobile Development, Debugging, Code Reusability, React.js, Server Side, Web Development Tools

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    110 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    發展心理學:哲學觀與方法論 (Developmental Psychology: Philosophical Bases and Methodology)

    Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Child Development, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Research Methodologies, Research Design, Research, Human Development, Learning Theory, Data Collection, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Informed Consent

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    92 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    用 Python 做商管程式設計(三)(Programming for Business Computing in Python (3))

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Web Scraping, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, User Interface (UI), Operational Analysis, Business Analytics, Python Programming, Programming Principles, User Interface (UI) Design, Computational Thinking, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Numerical Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    163 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Managing Linux Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, Linux, System Monitoring, Linux Commands, Operating System Administration, File Systems, User Accounts, Command-Line Interface, User Provisioning, Systems Administration, Data Storage, System Configuration, File Management, Data Storage Technologies, Network Administration, Software Installation, Network Troubleshooting, Open Source Technology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    177 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Lemann

    Fundamentos do Google para o Ensino

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Google Workspace, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Learning Management Systems, Gmail, Educational Materials, Collaboration, Document Management, Data Sharing, Content Management Systems, Cloud Storage, Spreadsheet Software

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    225 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Project Initiation and Planning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Data Analytics and Big Data: Illinois Tech
  • Mastering NLP: Tokenization, Sentiment Analysis & Neural MT: Edureka
  • Digital Transformation of Financial Services - Capstone Project: Copenhagen Business School
  • Mitigating Security Vulnerabilities on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Azure: Create a Virtual Machine and Deploy a Web Server: Coursera
  • AI & ML Applications in Oil and Gas Industry: L&T EduTech
  • Become a JavaScript Developer: Scrimba
  • 發展心理學:哲學觀與方法論 (Developmental Psychology: Philosophical Bases and Methodology): National Taiwan University
  • 用 Python 做商管程式設計(三)(Programming for Business Computing in Python (3)): National Taiwan University

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