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Research Courses

Research courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, literature review methods, and experimental design. You can build skills in critical thinking, hypothesis testing, and effective communication of findings. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, and Python for data analysis, as well as reference management software such as EndNote or Zotero, which support the organization and presentation of research projects.


Popular Research Courses and Certifications


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    The University of Sydney

    Information & Digital Literacy for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, digital literacy, Information Management, Research, Productivity, Data Sharing, Reliability, Organizational Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Identity and Access Management, Intellectual Property

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    Arizona State University

    Information Gathering and Vetting

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Data Collection, Surveys, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies, Persuasive Communication, Data Analysis, Case Studies, Information Management

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    The University of Sydney

    Academic Skills for University Success: Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Research, Problem Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research Methodologies, Verbal Communication Skills, Writing, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Complex Problem Solving, Planning

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    The University of Sydney

    Communication Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Research, Writing, Communication, Language Competency, Literacy, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Interpersonal Communications, Critical Thinking, Collaboration

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Constructivism and Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Education Software and Technology, Research, Science and Research, Qualitative Research

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Space Exploration

    Skills you'll gain: Commercialization, Transportation Operations, Resource Utilization, Sustainable Development, Medical Science and Research, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Technologies, Strategic Partnership, Physical Science, Science and Research, Research

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    Emory University

    Introduction to Social Media Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Analytics, Text Mining, Consumer Behaviour, Data Mining, Social Network Analysis, Customer Insights, Market Analysis, Unstructured Data, Trend Analysis, Research

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    The State University of New York

    Applied Digital Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Design, digital literacy, Infographics, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Multimedia, Brainstorming, Planning, Information Management, Literacy, Lifelong Learning, Computer Literacy, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Data Ethics, Research, Digital Communications, Open Source Technology, Intellectual Property, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

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    University of London

    Applied Public History: Places, People, Stories

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Storytelling, Program Evaluation, Media and Communications, Research, Community Outreach, Timelines, Case Studies, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies, Creativity, Interviewing Skills

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    University of Rochester

    Introduction to Translational Science

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Health Policy, Research, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Research Design, Community Health, Research Methodologies

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Active Learning in STEM with PhET Interactive Simulations

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Teaching, Prompt Engineering, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Pedagogy, Simulations, Digital pedagogy, Simulation and Simulation Software, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Feedback, Experimentation, Research, Peer Review, Design Strategies, Interactive Design, Design, Display Devices, Physics, Chemistry

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    University of Copenhagen

    Academic Information Seeking

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Record Keeping, Data Collection, Document Management, Information Management, Intellectual Property

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular research courses

  • Information & Digital Literacy for University Success: The University of Sydney
  • Information Gathering and Vetting: Arizona State University
  • Academic Skills for University Success: Capstone: The University of Sydney
  • Communication Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney
  • Constructivism and Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Space Exploration: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Introduction to Social Media Analytics: Emory University
  • Applied Digital Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Applied Public History: Places, People, Stories: University of London
  • Introduction to Translational Science: University of Rochester

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