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      University of Zurich

      Teaching Science at University

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Experimentation, Education and Training, Lecturing, Student Engagement, Drive Engagement, Course Development, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      192 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Diversity and Inclusion in Education

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Pedagogy, Differentiated Instruction, Special Education, Disabilities, Cultural Diversity, Instructional Strategies, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Higher Education, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Student Engagement

      4.8
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      375 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      New Learning: Principles and Patterns of Pedagogy

      Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Education and Training, Teaching, Blended Learning, Human Learning, Differentiated Instruction, Higher Education, Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Cultural Diversity, Lifelong Learning, Curriculum Development, Visionary, Student Engagement, Adaptability, Collaboration

      4.7
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      331 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Human Learning, Child Development, School Psychology, Pedagogy, Human Development, Higher Education, Learning Theory, Psychology, Social Sciences

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      270 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      American Education Reform: History, Policy, Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Education and Training, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public History, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Curriculum Development, Cultural Diversity, Case Law, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      110 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Sydney

      Academic Skills for University Success

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Editing, Research, Creative Thinking, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Deductive Reasoning, Brainstorming, Communication, Information Management, Analytical Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, English Language, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Digital Communications, Complex Problem Solving, Professionalism

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Principles of Leadership: Leading Oneself

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Resilience, Stress Management, Action Oriented, Self-Awareness, Mental Concentration, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Motivation, Persistence, Accountability, Engineering Management, Productivity, Technical Management, Personal Integrity, Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Initiative and Leadership, Time Management, Personal Attributes

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Peking University

      《Health Education and Nursing Practice》(健康教育与护理实践)

      Skills you'll gain: Health Education, Health Technology, Nurse Education, Nursing Care, Nursing, Nursing Management, Health Promotion, Nursing Practices, Patient Education And Counseling, Healthcare Ethics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Columbia University

      Attaining Higher Education

      Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Academic Advising, Goal Setting, Decision Making, Student Services, Planning, Research, Organizational Skills

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Stakeholder Management, Technical Management, Engineering Management, Negotiation, Mentorship, Meeting Facilitation, Decision Making, Team Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Culture Transformation, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Courage, Growth Mindedness, Business Leadership, Team Building, Collaboration, Communication

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      4.8
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Accountability, Executive Presence, Decision Making, Conflict Management, Business Ethics, Succession Planning, Technical Management, Risk Management, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Delegation Skills, Professional Networking, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Strategic Leadership, Business Relationship Management, Relationship Building, Culture Transformation, Business Strategy, Leadership

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      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Ethical Decision-Making in the Tech Industry

      Skills you'll gain: Courage, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Professionalism, Technical Management, Decision Making, Engineering Management, Personal Integrity, Human Development, Organizational Leadership, Culture, Anthropology, Leadership, Business Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Social Sciences, Research

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      90 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Teaching Science at University: University of Zurich
    • Diversity and Inclusion in Education: University of Glasgow
    • New Learning: Principles and Patterns of Pedagogy : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • American Education Reform: History, Policy, Practice: University of Pennsylvania
    • Academic Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney
    • Principles of Leadership: Leading Oneself: University of Colorado Boulder
    • 《Health Education and Nursing Practice》(健康教育与护理实践): Peking University
    • Attaining Higher Education: Columbia University
    • Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Teams: University of Colorado Boulder

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