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      University of California San Diego

      Communicating with the Public

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Media and Communications, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Interviewing Skills, Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Writing, Performing Arts, Liberal Arts

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, European History

      4.8
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Negotiation Strategies and Styles

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Leadership Studies, Communication, Decision Making, Business Relationship Management, Complex Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Think Critically: Deductive Reasoning and Mental Models

      Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Systems Thinking, Decision Making, Open Mindset, Self-Awareness, Honesty, Ancient History

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Sales Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Presentations, Negotiation, Data Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Ingenuity, Optimism, Enthusiasm, Creativity, Problem Solving, Resilience

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Washington

      Business English: Planning & Negotiating

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Negotiation, Event Planning, Event Management, Business Communication, Planning, Proposal Development, Business Writing, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      592 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Breastfeeding: Public Health Perspectives

      Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Maternal Health, Public Health, Nutrition Education, Health Disparities, Epidemiology, Patient Education And Counseling, Community Health, Health Policy, Cultural Responsiveness, Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Cultures et pédagogies

      Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Education and Training, Teaching, Higher Education, Human Learning, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Curriculum Planning, Social Justice, Culture, Environment and Resource Management, Student-Centred Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      #talkmentalillness

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Health Disparities, Mental Health Therapies, Clinical Psychology, Psychiatry, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Behavioral Health, Telehealth, Research

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      La solución del conflicto ético

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Clinical Experience, Conflict Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Care, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Lifelong Learning

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

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      University of California, Irvine

      Emerging Trends & Technologies in the Virtual K-12 Classroom

      Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Augmented Reality, Teaching, Game Design, Virtual Environment, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Information Privacy, Social Media

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      665 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Presentations, Tactfulness, Cognitive flexibility, Interpersonal Communications, Storytelling, Social Skills, Adaptability, Ingenuity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Communicating with the Public: University of California San Diego
    • Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors: University of Pennsylvania
    • Negotiation Strategies and Styles : Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Think Critically: Deductive Reasoning and Mental Models: Deep Teaching Solutions
    • Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion: University of Michigan
    • Business English: Planning & Negotiating: University of Washington
    • Breastfeeding: Public Health Perspectives: University of Michigan
    • Cultures et pédagogies: University of Geneva
    • #talkmentalillness: University of Colorado Boulder
    • La solución del conflicto ético: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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