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    Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

    Motivating Gen Z Learners: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Motivational Skills, Learning Strategies, Interactive Learning, Student Engagement, Self-Motivation, Learning Theory, Needs Assessment, Instructional Strategies, Learning Styles, Behavior Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations for Active Learning in STEM Courses

    Skills you'll gain: Cooperation, Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Learning Theory, Teaching, Collaboration, Student-Centred Learning, Teamwork, Blended Learning, Drive Engagement, Classroom Management, Mathematics Education, Learning Management Systems, Creative Problem-Solving, Professional Development, Problem Solving, Technology Solutions

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Diversity and Inclusion in Education

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Pedagogy, Differentiated Instruction, Special Education, Disabilities, Cultural Diversity, Instructional Strategies, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Higher Education, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Student Engagement

    4.8
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    New Learning: Principles and Patterns of Pedagogy

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Education and Training, Teaching, Blended Learning, Human Learning, Differentiated Instruction, Higher Education, Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Cultural Diversity, Lifelong Learning, Curriculum Development, Visionary, Student Engagement, Adaptability, Collaboration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    341 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Zurich

    Teaching Science at University

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Experimentation, Education and Training, Lecturing, Student Engagement, Drive Engagement, Course Development, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    192 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Human Learning, Child Development, School Psychology, Pedagogy, Human Development, Higher Education, Learning Theory, Psychology, Social Sciences

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    American Education Reform: History, Policy, Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Education and Training, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public History, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Curriculum Development, Cultural Diversity, Case Law, Governance

    4.7
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    110 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Smart Teaching and Learning with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Blended Learning, Pedagogy, Course Development, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Instructional Design, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Student Engagement, Learning Strategies, Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Educational Materials, AI Personalization, Curriculum Planning, Student-Centred Learning, Differentiated Instruction, Lifelong Learning, Innovation, Open Source Technology, Artificial Intelligence

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    860 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Stakeholder Management, Technical Management, Engineering Management, Negotiation, Mentorship, Meeting Facilitation, Decision Making, Team Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Culture Transformation, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Courage, Growth Mindedness, Business Leadership, Team Building, Collaboration, Communication

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Sydney

    Academic Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Editing, Research, Creative Thinking, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Deductive Reasoning, Brainstorming, Communication, Information Management, Analytical Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, English Language, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Digital Communications, Complex Problem Solving, Professionalism

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Ethical Decision-Making in the Tech Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Courage, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Professionalism, Technical Management, Decision Making, Engineering Management, Personal Integrity, Human Development, IT Management, Culture, Anthropology, Leadership, Business Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Social Sciences, Research

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fractions for Primary Education with PhET Simulations

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Simulations, Arithmetic, Systems Of Measurement

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular higher education courses

  • Motivating Gen Z Learners: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know: Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
  • Foundations for Active Learning in STEM Courses: Johns Hopkins University
  • Diversity and Inclusion in Education: University of Glasgow
  • New Learning: Principles and Patterns of Pedagogy : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Teaching Science at University: University of Zurich
  • Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • American Education Reform: History, Policy, Practice: University of Pennsylvania
  • Smart Teaching and Learning with AI: Politecnico di Milano
  • Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Teams: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Academic Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney

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