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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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    Coursera

    Gamification Learning with Genially

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    84 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    English for Business B1

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Sales Presentations, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Workplace inclusivity, Business Writing, English Language, Interviewing Skills, Writing, Communication, Report Writing, Data Storytelling, Taking Meeting Minutes, Recruitment, Interpersonal Communications, Oral Comprehension, Communication Strategies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Mind of the Universe: Science in Progress

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Research, Science and Research, Creativity, Research Methodologies, Research and Design, Scientific Methods, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Team Collaboration

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Intel

    Fostering Engagement in the Age of Digital Distraction

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Teamwork, Collaboration, Classroom Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Collaboration, Innovation, Motivational Skills, Technology Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free
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    Coursera

    Evaluating Student Understanding with Socrative

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Real Time Data

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Case Western Reserve University

    Leading Positive Change through Appreciative Inquiry

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Culture Transformation, Case Studies, Drive Engagement, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Employee Engagement, Storytelling, Design Thinking, Industrial and Organizational Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    309 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Smart Learning Design

    Skills you'll gain: Blended Learning, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Interactive Learning, Instructional Design, Innovation, Learning Strategies, Artificial Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free
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    Coursera

    Enhance Student Learning with Interactive Lessons in Nearpod

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Real Time Data, Google Workspace

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    Coursera

    Support Interactive Learning with Genially

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, End User Training and Support

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Arizona State University

    Curiosity: A Necessary Ingredient for Successful Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Design Thinking, Persona Development, Innovation, Customer Analysis, Target Audience, Creative Problem-Solving, Customer Insights, Market Research, Entrepreneurship, User Feedback, Customer Engagement, Problem Solving, Communication, Interviewing Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    AI for Education (Intermediate)

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Generative AI, AI literacy, Education Software and Technology, ChatGPT, Peer Review, OpenAI, Education and Training, Digital pedagogy, AI Integrations

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    413 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Creating Interactive Learning Videos with Edpuzzle

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    184 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Gamification Learning with Genially: Coursera
  • English for Business B1: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Mind of the Universe: Science in Progress: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Fostering Engagement in the Age of Digital Distraction: Intel
  • Evaluating Student Understanding with Socrative: Coursera
  • Leading Positive Change through Appreciative Inquiry: Case Western Reserve University
  • Smart Learning Design: Politecnico di Milano
  • Enhance Student Learning with Interactive Lessons in Nearpod: Coursera
  • Support Interactive Learning with Genially: Coursera
  • Curiosity: A Necessary Ingredient for Successful Innovation: Arizona State University

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