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      IBM

      Data Analysis with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Predictive Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Regression Analysis, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Predictive Analytics, Data Cleansing, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Machine Learning Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Python Programming

      4.7
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      19K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Museum of Natural History

      The Science of Stem Cells

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Medical Science and Research, Life Sciences, Clinical Research, Biology, Emerging Technologies, Research, Molecular Biology, Chronic Diseases, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Python for Genomic Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Jupyter, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Scripting, Data Processing, Computer Programming, Data Manipulation, File Management

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Moral Foundations of Politics

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, European History, Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Economics, Socioeconomics

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

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Software Engineering, Software Design, Software Development, Programming Principles, Game Design, Computer Programming, Debugging, Algorithms, Event-Driven Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Introduction to Philosophy

      Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Physics, Political Sciences, Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Psychology, Science and Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9.6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Philosophy of Science

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Research, Experimentation, Research Methodologies, Simulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      245 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      The Science of Well-Being for Teens

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Optimism, Goal Setting, Resilience, Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Compassion, Mindfulness, Behavioral Health, Social Skills, Psychology, Positive Behavior Support, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      737 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Chicago

      Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Environment, Physical Science, Environmental Issue, Physics, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Energy and Utilities, Simulations, Environmental Science, Chemistry

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      452 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Rocket Science for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Wireless Networks, Geospatial Information and Technology, Electronic Components, Mechanics, Telecommunications, Spatial Analysis, Environmental Monitoring, Physics, Electric Power Systems

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      613 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Princeton University

      Computer Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Systems, Computer Engineering, Distributed Computing, Operating Systems, Performance Tuning, Scalability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.6K reviews

      Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      The Science of Gastronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Cooking, Nutrition and Diet, Thermal Management, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      781 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular theoretical computer science courses

    • Data Analysis with Python: IBM
    • The Science of Stem Cells: American Museum of Natural History
    • Python for Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
    • Moral Foundations of Politics : Yale University
    • Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming: The University of Edinburgh
    • Introduction to Philosophy: The University of Edinburgh
    • Philosophy of Science: University of Pennsylvania
    • The Science of Well-Being for Teens: Yale University
    • Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change: The University of Chicago
    • Rocket Science for Everyone: Yale University

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