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      University of Science and Technology of China

      信息社会的机遇和挑战

      Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Self-Motivation, Willingness To Learn, Self-Awareness, Social Studies, Technology Roadmaps, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Automation, Trend Analysis, Data Storage

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Linux Basics: The Command Line Interface - 6

      Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Linux, File Systems, Linux Commands, C (Programming Language), Unix, File Management, Operating Systems, OS Process Management, Computer Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Open Source Technology

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

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      American Psychological Association

      Psychology in Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Human Development, Behavioral Economics, Public Policies, Psychology, Policy Analysis, Resilience, Culture, Sociology, Social Sciences, Human Learning, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Critical Thinking, Anatomy, Empathy, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Diversity Awareness

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      EIT Digital

      Capstone: Autonomous Runway Detection for IoT

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Real Time Data, System Requirements, Software Systems, Software Design, Internet Of Things, Software Development, System Programming, Technical Design, Engineering Software, Systems Integration, Requirements Analysis, Image Analysis, Cloud-Based Integration, Algorithms, Computer Vision, Cryptography, Innovation

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      68 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      软件工程

      Skills you'll gain: Software Engineering, Requirements Analysis, Engineering Software, Software Development Tools, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Program Development, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Unified Modeling Language, Application Lifecycle Management, Object Oriented Design, Software Quality Assurance

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

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      Coursera Project Network

      Using Descriptive Statistics to Analyze Data in R

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Statistics, Data Quality, Statistical Reporting, Statistical Analysis, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction To Java Database Connectivity - JDBC

      Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Data Access, Java, Database Application, Java Programming, Software Development, SQL, Data Storage, Databases, Computer Programming

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Cybersecurity Analysts

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, ChatGPT, Human Factors (Security), OpenAI, Data Ethics, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Detection

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Epic Games

      Visual Development and Audio Design in Games

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Game Design, Animations, Multimedia, Aesthetics, Performance Tuning

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Beer Quality: Foam

      Skills you'll gain: Product Testing, Laboratory Testing, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Process Control, Process Engineering, Physics, Biochemistry, Microbiology

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Renewable Energy & Power Evacuation

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Energy and Utilities, Simulation and Simulation Software, Corporate Sustainability, Environment, Electrical Power, Environmental Science, Electric Power Systems, Power Electronics, Electrical Systems, Thermal Management, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Policy, Semiconductors, Architectural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Innovation, Electrical Equipment

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Scrimba

      Learn Python: 1

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, User Interface (UI), Computer Programming, Scripting Languages, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Software Engineering

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • 信息社会的机遇和挑战: University of Science and Technology of China
    • Linux Basics: The Command Line Interface - 6: Dartmouth College
    • Psychology in Everyday Life: American Psychological Association
    • Capstone: Autonomous Runway Detection for IoT: EIT Digital
    • 软件工程: Peking University
    • Using Descriptive Statistics to Analyze Data in R: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction To Java Database Connectivity - JDBC: Coursera Project Network
    • GenAI for Cybersecurity Analysts: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Visual Development and Audio Design in Games: Epic Games
    • Beer Quality: Foam: University of California, Davis

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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