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    Study evolution to understand the development of life on Earth. Learn about natural selection, genetic variation, and evolutionary theory.

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Biology Everywhere

      Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Environment, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Resource Management, General Science and Research, Decision Making, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Oncology, Research, Scientific Methods, Food and Beverage, Liberal Arts, Physical Science, Psychology

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Aesthetics, Music Theory, World Music, Cultural Diversity, Anatomy, Biology, Neurology

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Children's Human Rights - An Interdisciplinary Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Child Welfare, Social Justice, Working With Children, Child Development, Health Disparities, Social and Human Services, Child Health, Human Development, Disabilities, Family Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Research, Social Sciences, International Relations, Anthropology, Advocacy

      4.7
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      The Pennsylvania State University

      Epidemics - the Dynamics of Infectious Diseases

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Microbiology, Community Health, Pathology, Biology, Emerging Technologies, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology

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

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      University of Alberta

      Bugs 101: Insect-Human Interactions

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Environment, Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Biology, Life Sciences, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Taxonomy, Economics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Program Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Program Management, Data Ethics, Generative AI Agents, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Decision-Making, Project Risk Management, ChatGPT, Program Implementation, Practice Management, AI Personalization, Stakeholder Management, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Process Management, Risk Management, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Technical Writing

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Environment, Anthropology, Physical Science, Physics, Biology, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Timelines

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      436 reviews

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Planet Earth...and You!

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Physical Science, Environment, Water Resources, Geospatial Information and Technology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      525 reviews

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      University of Alberta

      Paleontology: Theropod Dinosaurs and the Origin of Birds

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Research, Taxonomy, Timelines

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      Caltech

      The Evolving Universe

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, General Science and Research, Mechanics, Systems Of Measurement, Mathematical Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      832 reviews

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Emergence of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Physical Science, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, Research, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Taxonomy

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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Adapting: Career Development

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Time Management, Business Ethics, Personal Development, Professional Networking, Organizational Skills, Intercultural Competence, Business Communication, LinkedIn, Productivity, Professional Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness, Team Management, Leadership Development, Adaptability, Proactivity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Biology Everywhere: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why: Duke University
    • Children's Human Rights - An Interdisciplinary Introduction: University of Geneva
    • Epidemics - the Dynamics of Infectious Diseases: The Pennsylvania State University
    • Bugs 101: Insect-Human Interactions: University of Alberta
    • Generative AI for Program Managers: IBM
    • Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life: Yale University
    • Planet Earth...and You!: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Paleontology: Theropod Dinosaurs and the Origin of Birds: University of Alberta
    • The Evolving Universe: Caltech

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