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      Arizona State University

      Lesson Planning with the ELL in Mind

      Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Language Competency, English Language, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Language Learning, Student Engagement, Grammar, Vocabulary, Literacy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      201 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Supporting Parents of a Newborn Baby

      Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Patient Evaluation, Maternal Health, Health Assessment, Pediatrics, Working With Children, Parent Communication, Caregiving, Patient Education and Support, Child Development, Family Medicine, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Diversity Awareness, Mental Health, Relationship Building, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      190 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI for University Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Operational Efficiency, Innovation, Technology Roadmaps, OpenAI, Business Transformation, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Strategic Leadership, Automation, Workforce Development, Strategic Decision-Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      922 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arm

      Getting Started with Machine Learning at the Edge on Arm

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Performance Tuning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The State University of New York

      Strategic Self-Marketing and Personal Branding

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Communications, Promotional Strategies, Branding, Presentations, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, LinkedIn, Self-Awareness, Professional Networking, Lifelong Learning, Public Relations, Constructive Feedback

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      232 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Learning for a Sustainable Future

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Action Oriented, Systems Thinking, Environment, Collaboration, Community Development, Social Sciences, Personal Development, Cultural Diversity, Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Conflict Management Project

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Management, Interpersonal Communications, Intercultural Competence, Organizational Effectiveness, Research Reports, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      142 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Policy, Hospice, Health Care, Clinical Research, Epidemiology, Chronic Diseases, Mental and Behavioral Health, Oncology, Pharmacology, Patient Treatment, Pharmacotherapy, Drug Interaction

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      150 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Guidance to Keep Newborn Babies Safe and Healthy

      Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Working With Children, Child Development, Patient Safety, Injury Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Assurance, Accident Prevention, Patient Education And Counseling, Caregiving, Stress Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      222 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Respiration, Physical Therapy, Neurology, Mechanics, Cardiology, Injury Prevention, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Medical Terminology, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Torque (Physics)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI: Empowering Modern Education

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Education Software and Technology, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Emerging Technologies, Diversity Awareness, Data Security

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Cultures et pédagogies

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Pedagogy, Teaching, Education and Training, Culture, Human Learning, Higher Education, Student Engagement, Curriculum Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Lesson Planning with the ELL in Mind: Arizona State University
    • Supporting Parents of a Newborn Baby: University of Colorado System
    • Generative AI for University Leaders : Vanderbilt University
    • Getting Started with Machine Learning at the Edge on Arm: Arm
    • Strategic Self-Marketing and Personal Branding: The State University of New York
    • Learning for a Sustainable Future: The University of Edinburgh
    • Conflict Management Project: University of California, Irvine
    • Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Guidance to Keep Newborn Babies Safe and Healthy: University of Colorado System
    • Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions: National Academy of Sports Medicine

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