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      Coursera Project Network

      Basic Image Classification with TensorFlow

      Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision, Machine Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      846 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Esports

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Video Game Development, Professional Development, Contract Negotiation, Media and Communications, Branding, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Game Design, Recruitment, Fundraising, Competitive Analysis, Brand Strategy, Contract Management, Live Streaming, Higher Education, Workforce Planning, Content Creation, Event Planning, Strategic Thinking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      264 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      AI for Mechanical Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Precision Medicine, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms, Energy and Utilities, Image Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Design Thinking, Technical Design, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Medical Imaging, Statistical Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Electric Power Systems, Bioinformatics, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      81 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Understanding the Value of Human-Centered Design

      Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, User Experience Design, Stakeholder Engagement, Design Thinking, Design Research, Creativity, Ideation, Data Collection, Storytelling, Collaboration, Innovation, Stakeholder Communications, Data Storytelling, User Research, Process Mapping, Communication, Needs Assessment

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      AI for Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Generative AI, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Malware Protection, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Feature Engineering, Network Analysis, Cyber Attacks, Email Security, System Design and Implementation, Network Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Threat Modeling, Jupyter, Authentications, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Software

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      M

      MathWorks

      Medical Image Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Image Analysis, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Data Import/Export, Radiography, Matlab, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Vision, Deep Learning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Siemens

      Introduction to Model-Based Systems Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Development Life Cycle, Unified Modeling Language, Systems Engineering, Systems Design, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, Systems Analysis, Systems Integration, Simulations, Solution Architecture, Requirements Analysis, Verification And Validation, Cloud Computing

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Network Dynamics of Social Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Agentic systems, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Simulations, Culture, Complex Problem Solving, Innovation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      395 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Duke University

      ESG Mindsets for Business Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Adaptability, Open Mindset, Strategic Thinking, Business Solutions, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Sustainability, Thought Leadership, Professional Networking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
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      Microsoft

      Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Usability, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience Design, Mockups, Wireframing, Usability Testing, Human Centered Design, Figma (Design Software), Artificial Intelligence, Prototyping, User Research, Data Ethics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Michigan

      Resilient Teaching Through Times of Crisis and Change

      Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Teaching, Educational Materials, Systems Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Adaptability, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Constructive Feedback, Higher Education, Innovation, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      N

      New York University

      Guided Tour of Machine Learning in Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Predictive Modeling, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Deep Learning, Financial Services, Finance, Tensorflow, Jupyter, Reinforcement Learning

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      679 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular critical thinking courses

    • Basic Image Classification with TensorFlow: Coursera Project Network
    • Esports: University of California, Irvine
    • AI for Mechanical Engineers: University of Michigan
    • Understanding the Value of Human-Centered Design: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • AI for Cybersecurity: Johns Hopkins University
    • Medical Image Processing: MathWorks
    • Introduction to Model-Based Systems Engineering: Siemens
    • Network Dynamics of Social Behavior: University of Pennsylvania
    • ESG Mindsets for Business Transformation: Duke University
    • Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals: Microsoft

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