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    Study ancient philosophy, including the works of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Understand their contributions to Western thought.

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Deep Time: Discovering an Ancient Earth

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Scientific Methods, Environment, Ancient History, Peer Review, Laboratory Testing, Timelines, World History

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fudan University

      《新教伦理与资本主义精神》导读

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Sociology, Qualitative Research, European History, Economics, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Political Sciences

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      132 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Fraud detection, Anthropology, Human Learning, Science and Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Relativism

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Social Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Sociology, Environmental Issue, Science and Research

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Emotions: a Philosophical Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Anthropology, Artificial Intelligence, Human Development, Sociology, Psychology, Human Computer Interaction, Cultural Diversity

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      523 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      紅樓夢(The Red Chamber Dream)

      Skills you'll gain: World History, Liberal Arts, Culture, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Storytelling, Interpersonal Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Know Thyself - The Value and Limits of Self-Knowledge: The Unconscious

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Social Justice, Child Development, Psychology, Decision Making, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Scientific Methods

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      817 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universiteit Leiden

      De-Mystifying Mindfulness

      Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Social Justice, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Environment and Resource Management, Critical Thinking, Trauma Care, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Filosofía, Ciencia y humanidad

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, World History, Cultural Diversity, Scientific Methods, Economics, Physics, Biology

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Aesthetics, Culture, World History, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Writing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      CentraleSupélec

      On Strategy : What Managers Can Learn from Philosophy - PART 1

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Change Management, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Organizational Change, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Studies, Strategic Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Critical Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      471 reviews

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      Universidade Estadual de Campinas

      Alfabetização Midiática, Informacional e Diálogo Intercultural - UNESCO e UNICAMP

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Content Creation, Web Content, Electronic Media, Journalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Multimedia, Research, Information Management, Working With Children, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ancient philosophy courses

    • Deep Time: Discovering an Ancient Earth: University of Colorado Boulder
    • 《新教伦理与资本主义精神》导读: Fudan University
    • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences: The University of Edinburgh
    • Relativism: University of California, Irvine
    • Emotions: a Philosophical Introduction: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • 紅樓夢(The Red Chamber Dream): National Taiwan University
    • Know Thyself - The Value and Limits of Self-Knowledge: The Unconscious: The University of Edinburgh
    • De-Mystifying Mindfulness: Universiteit Leiden
    • Filosofía, Ciencia y humanidad: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings: The Chinese University of Hong Kong

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