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    Understand cognitive science principles for studying the mind and behavior. Learn about perception, memory, learning, and decision-making processes.

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      University of Cambridge

      The science of mind and decision making

      Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Psychology, Teaching, Neurology, Instructional Strategies, Decision Making, Student Engagement, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Disabilities, Empathy, Special Education, Human Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Diversity Awareness, Social Sciences, Child Development, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Medical Imaging, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Anatomy

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Full-Stack Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Version Control, Unix Commands, Restful API, HTML and CSS, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Django (Web Framework), Relational Databases, Git (Version Control System), React.js, SQL, API Design, GitHub, Responsive Web Design, Database Management, Application Programming Interface (API), MySQL, Database Systems, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Front-End Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), User Research, UI/UX Research, Git (Version Control System), Usability Testing, React.js, User Experience Design, Responsive Web Design, GitHub, Interaction Design, Data Structures, Front-End Web Development, Pseudocode, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript, JavaScript Frameworks

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Experimentation, Language Competency, English Language, General Science and Research, Technical Communication, Environment, Oral Comprehension, Energy and Utilities, Vocabulary, Emerging Technologies, Environmental Science, Grammar, Innovation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Environmental Science

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Environmental Monitoring, Biology, Physical Science, Water Resources, Systems Engineering, Chemistry

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      287 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      IBM AI Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Keras (Neural Network Library), Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Generative AI, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Reinforcement Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms, ChatGPT, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Data Science

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      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Copyright for Educators & Librarians

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Strategy, Education and Training, Higher Education, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Creativity

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Lausanne

      Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court

      Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Legal Proceedings, Report Writing, Scientific Methods, Statistical Analysis, Research, Deductive Reasoning, Probability & Statistics, Laboratory Experience, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Azure Practical - Cognitive Services

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Anomaly Detection, Image Analysis, AI Personalization, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Text Mining, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cloud Services, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development

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      Universiteit Leiden

      Political Economy of Institutions and Development

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Political Sciences, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Governance, Social Sciences, International Finance, Economics, Public Policies, Global Marketing, Cultural Diversity, Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Olay

      Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients

      Skills you'll gain: Product Quality (QA/QC), Laboratory Experience, Packaging and Labeling, Record Keeping, Product Development, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Prototyping, New Product Development, Good Manufacturing Practices, Quality Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Equipment, Product Design, Chemistry, Personal Care, Biology, Microbiology, Safety Assurance

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Python Data Structures

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Python Programming, File Management, Development Environment, Software Installation, Virtual Environment

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

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

    • The science of mind and decision making: University of Cambridge
    • Meta Full-Stack Developer: Meta
    • Meta Front-End Developer: Meta
    • English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics: University of Pennsylvania
    • Environmental Science: Dartmouth College
    • IBM AI Engineering: IBM
    • Copyright for Educators & Librarians: Duke University
    • Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court: University of Lausanne
    • Azure Practical - Cognitive Services: EDUCBA
    • Political Economy of Institutions and Development: Universiteit Leiden

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