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      Michigan State University

      Concept Art for Video Games

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Adobe Photoshop, Computer Graphics, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Data Import/Export

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      107 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      The Ancient Greeks

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, European History, Political Sciences, World History, Social Studies, Anthropology, Governance, Diplomacy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Berklee

      The Art of Vocal Production

      Skills you'll gain: Post-Production, Music Performance, Music, Editing, Music Theory, Performance Tuning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      371 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      Art & Ideas: Teaching with Themes

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Liberal Arts, Lesson Planning, Aesthetics, Social Studies, Teaching, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      487 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Graphic Design

      Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Visual Design, Typography, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory, Design Reviews, Peer Review, Editing, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      透过摄影看世界

      Skills you'll gain: Photography, Art History, Aesthetics, Public History, Journalism, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      99 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      The Cycle: Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Organizational Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Event Marketing, Business Planning, Planning, Strategic Partnership, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Growth Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      730 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Visualizing Women's Work: Using Art Media for Social Justice

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Public History, Advocacy, Art History, Diversity Awareness, Research, Creativity, Qualitative Research, Culture, Cultural Diversity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      81 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      ART of the MOOC: Colors, Bodies, Power

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Art History, Disabilities, Color Theory, Culture, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Performing Arts, Cultural Sensitivity, Creativity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Multimedia, World History, Political Sciences

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      فن التفاوض | The Art of Negotiation

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Communication, Planning, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Active Listening

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      81 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Rochester

      The Blues: Understanding and Performing an American Art Form

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Music, Music History

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      606 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      Art & Inquiry: Museum Teaching Strategies For Your Classroom

      Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Teaching, Liberal Arts, Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Self-Awareness, Curriculum Planning, Learning Styles, Empathy, Social Studies, Discussion Facilitation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      518 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular art courses

    • Concept Art for Video Games: Michigan State University
    • The Ancient Greeks: Wesleyan University
    • The Art of Vocal Production: Berklee
    • Art & Ideas: Teaching with Themes: The Museum of Modern Art
    • Graphic Design: University of Colorado Boulder
    • 透过摄影看世界: The Museum of Modern Art
    • The Cycle: Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Visualizing Women's Work: Using Art Media for Social Justice: University of Michigan
    • ART of the MOOC: Colors, Bodies, Power: Duke University
    • فن التفاوض | The Art of Negotiation: Alfaisal University | KLD

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