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      Johns Hopkins University

      Understanding Cancer Metastasis

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Anatomy, Biology, Medical Terminology, Pathology, Molecular Biology

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      University of Cape Town

      Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Mitigation, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology, Life Sciences, Anthropology, Ancient History, World History, Trend Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Introduction to Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Scientific Methods, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Mental Health, Human Learning, Human Development, Behavioral Health, Stress Management, Learning Theory, Culture, Biology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Neurology, Statistical Analysis

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Aprendizaje Activo STEM con Simulaciones Interactivas PhET

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Pedagogy, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Interactive Design, Conceptual Design, User Feedback, Experimentation, Scientific Visualization, Chemistry, User Experience Design, Physics, Biology

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Discovering Dairy: What's in Your Milk?

      Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Child Health, Anatomy, Preventative Care, Nutrition and Diet, Biochemistry, Nutrition Education, Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Sustainable Food Production Through Livestock Health Management

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Nutrition and Diet, Food Safety and Sanitation, Food Services, Public Health, Biology, Microbiology, Caregiving, Environment, Economics

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Sexualidad...mucho más que sexo

      Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Self-Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Psychology, Sociology, Interpersonal Communications, Parent Communication, Discussion Facilitation, Biology

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      University of New Mexico

      Curanderismo: Traditional Healing Using Plants

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Biology, Preventative Care, Health Care, Patient Education and Support, Health Assessment, Anatomy, Nutrition and Diet, Mental Health, Environmental Science, Stress Management, Scientific Methods

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      University of Rochester

      Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Chemistry

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      University of Michigan

      Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Biology, Medical Terminology

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Fundamental Human Physiology in Sports Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Respiration, Cardiology, Anatomy, Kinesiology, Orthopedics, Neurology, Biology

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science

      Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Research, Cultural Diversity, Science and Research, Systems Thinking, Anthropology, Physics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biology

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular biology courses

    • Understanding Cancer Metastasis: Johns Hopkins University
    • Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions: University of Cape Town
    • Introduction to Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Aprendizaje Activo STEM con Simulaciones Interactivas PhET: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Discovering Dairy: What's in Your Milk?: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Sustainable Food Production Through Livestock Health Management: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Sexualidad...mucho más que sexo: Universidad de los Andes
    • Curanderismo: Traditional Healing Using Plants: University of New Mexico
    • Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy: University of Rochester
    • Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems: University of Michigan

    Why Learn Biology?

    Biology is the study of living organisms, from cells and genetics to ecosystems and evolution. It forms the foundation for careers in healthcare, research, biotechnology, and environmental science. Learning biology helps you explore how life works and builds a deeper understanding of the natural world and your place within it.

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