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      Google Cloud

      Gemini in Google Docs

      Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Google Workspace, LLM Application, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Document Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Voxy

      English Language Skills B1-B2 CEFR: Intermediate

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, English Language, Business Correspondence, Social Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, Professional Development, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Oral Comprehension, Telephone Skills, Active Listening, Public Speaking, Communication, Vocabulary, Relationship Building, Constructive Feedback, Grammar, Social Media, Interpersonal Communications

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Fudan University

      编剧:像导演一样编剧

      Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Storytelling, Writing, Content Creation, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Data Management with Databricks: Big Data with Delta Lakes

      Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Data Lakes, Data Pipelines, Data Integration, Dashboard, PySpark, SQL, Apache Spark, Data Management, Data Transformation, Version Control

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Skillshare

      Canva Design Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Typography, Creative Design, Logo Design, Style Guides, Graphic and Visual Design, Marketing Design, Color Theory, Brand Strategy, Business Writing, Branding, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Design Software, Competitive Analysis, Design Elements And Principles, Ideation, Photo Editing, Prompt Engineering Tools, Image Quality

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Editing Table of Content and Layouts in Microsoft Word

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Document Management, Business Writing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Management, Business Communication, Business Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Evolution of Video Editing Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Post-Production, Storyboarding, Editing, Video Production, Animations, Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Music, Typography, Creative Problem-Solving, Communication

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Diseño de instrucción por enfoque de Grandes Ideas

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Design Strategies, Software Design, Systems Analysis, User Centered Design, Requirements Analysis, Virtual Environment, Quality Assurance, Technology Strategies, Digital Communications, Technical Writing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      138 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Google Docs en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Google Docs, Version Control, Document Management, Productivity Software, Collaborative Software, Business Writing, Technical Documentation, Cloud Storage

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Content Development and Management

      Skills you'll gain: Content Development and Management, Proofreading, Public Relations, Content Creation, Writing and Editing, Content Management, Web Content, Marketing and Public Relations, Content Management Systems, Press Releases, Content Strategy, Content Marketing, Social Media Content, Promotions and Campaigns, AI Product Strategy, Blogs, Media and Communications, Earned Media, Generative AI Agents, Workflow Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Concepts in Python: Loops, Functions and Returns

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Python Programming, Scripting, Computer Programming, Maintainability, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Software Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      118 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Nuts and Bolts of Public Relations

      Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Media Relations, Public Relations, Strategic Communication, Marketing Communications, Brand Strategy, Storytelling, Social Media, Branding, Writing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    • Gemini in Google Docs: Google Cloud
    • English Language Skills B1-B2 CEFR: Intermediate: Voxy
    • 编剧:像导演一样编剧: Fudan University
    • Data Management with Databricks: Big Data with Delta Lakes: Coursera Project Network
    • Canva Design Essentials: Skillshare
    • Editing Table of Content and Layouts in Microsoft Word: Coursera Project Network
    • The Evolution of Video Editing Techniques: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Diseño de instrucción por enfoque de Grandes Ideas: Universidad de los Andes
    • Google Docs en Español: Google Cloud
    • Content Development and Management: Microsoft

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