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      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      Training and Practicing in English Public Speaking

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Active Listening, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Stress Management, Adaptability, Self-Awareness

      4.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Sociology, Discussion Facilitation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      526 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Sungkyunkwan University

      How to Understand Our Emotions: Seongho's New Proposal 1

      Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Psychology, Cultural Sensitivity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Critical Thinking

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      The Epistemic Quest for Truth: Introduction to epistemology

      Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Research, Scientific Methods, Investigation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      111 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Presentations, Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Storytelling, Active Listening, Driving engagement, Adaptability, Ingenuity, Creativity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Academic Discussions in English

      Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, English Language, Social Skills, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Public Speaking, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Vocabulary

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Ancient Philosophy: Plato & His Predecessors

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Mathematics Education, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Amsterdam

      Logic for Economists

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, General Mathematics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Voxy

      Intermediate English: Social Interactions

      Skills you'll gain: Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Professional Development, Communication, Active Listening, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Grammar

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Intellectual Humility: Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Cultural Diversity, Discussion Facilitation, Interpersonal Communications, Research, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      152 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Orchestrating Whole Classroom Discussion

      Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Goal Setting, Teaching, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Communication Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI Software Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, Anthropic Claude, Generative AI, Multimodal Prompts, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, AI Personalization, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Engineering, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Software Architecture, Automation, Software Testing, Software Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Training and Practicing in English Public Speaking: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
    • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion: The University of Edinburgh
    • How to Understand Our Emotions: Seongho's New Proposal 1: Sungkyunkwan University
    • The Epistemic Quest for Truth: Introduction to epistemology: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters: University of Michigan
    • Academic Discussions in English: University of California, Irvine
    • Ancient Philosophy: Plato & His Predecessors: University of Pennsylvania
    • Logic for Economists: University of Amsterdam
    • Intermediate English: Social Interactions: Voxy
    • Intellectual Humility: Practice: The University of Edinburgh

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