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      The Pennsylvania State University

      Creativity, Innovation and Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Open Mindset, Ideation, Cultural Diversity, Curiosity, Adaptability, Thought Leadership, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Experimentation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      783 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Principles of Computing (Part 2)

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Mathematical Software, Python Programming, Computer Science, Debugging, Data Validation, Game Design, Simulations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      364 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Using Public Policy for Social Change

      Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Social Justice, Advocacy, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Health Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Community and Social Work, Program Evaluation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      137 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Java Programming: Principles of Software Design

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, Software Design, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Data Structures, Performance Testing, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Vanderbilt University

      Trustworthy Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Validation, Generative AI, Risk Management Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Human Centered Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      614 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Introduction to Chemistry: Structures and Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Physical Science, Thermal Management, Physics, Systems Of Measurement, Laboratory Experience, Scientific Methods

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      528 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Programa en Desarrollo de nuevas empresas

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Partnership, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, New Business Development, Business Development, Resource Allocation, Entrepreneurial Finance, Financial Analysis, Target Market, User Feedback, Entrepreneurship, Team Building, New Product Development, Leadership Development, Performance Metric, Revenue Forecasting, Business Strategy, Product Development, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Cash Flows

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      988 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The University of Melbourne

      Discrete Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Combinatorics, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Linear Algebra, Computational Logic, Computer Programming

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      777 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Instructional Methods in Health Professions Education

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Adult Learning Principles, Education Software and Technology, Patient Education And Counseling, Learning Theory, Learning Styles, Creativity, Decision Making, Technology Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      520 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Everyday Excel, Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Depreciation, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Modeling, Excel Formulas, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Predictive Modeling, Data Management, Financial Modeling, Business Mathematics, Financial Forecasting, Process Optimization, Data Analysis, Complex Problem Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      561 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

      Machine Learning: Algorithms in the Real World

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Ethics, Applied Machine Learning, Data Quality, Data Processing, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Jupyter, Data Validation, Machine Learning, Business Operations, Data Cleansing, Product Lifecycle Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Transformation, Operational Analysis, Verification And Validation, Business Strategy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      Claves para la innovación en la docencia universitaria

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Higher Education, Train The Trainer, Collaboration, Innovation, Instructional Design, Learning Strategies, Digital Transformation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

    • Creativity, Innovation and Transformation: The Pennsylvania State University
    • Principles of Computing (Part 2): Rice University
    • Using Public Policy for Social Change: University of Michigan
    • Java Programming: Principles of Software Design: Duke University
    • Trustworthy Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Introduction to Chemistry: Structures and Solutions: Duke University
    • Programa en Desarrollo de nuevas empresas: Universidad de los Andes
    • Discrete Optimization: The University of Melbourne
    • Instructional Methods in Health Professions Education: University of Michigan
    • Everyday Excel, Part 2: University of Colorado Boulder

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