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    Understand cognitive science principles for studying the mind and behavior. Learn about perception, memory, learning, and decision-making processes.

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      Duke University

      Dog Emotion and Cognition

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Training Programs, Education and Training, Psychology, Experimentation, Learning Theory, Anthropology, Research, Behavior Management, Biology

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cambridge

      Introduction to Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Human Learning, Psychology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Human Development, Science and Research, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Research, Child Development, Scientific Methods, Biology, Research Methodologies

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Environmental Science

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Environmental Monitoring, Biology, Physical Science, Water Resources, Systems Engineering, Chemistry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      284 reviews

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      University of Copenhagen

      Transformation of the Global Food System

      Skills you'll gain: Waste Minimization, Supply Chain Management, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Resource Management, Nutrition and Diet, Systems Thinking, Environment, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Economic Development, Community Development, Public Policies, Innovation

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

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      McMaster University

      DNA Decoded

      Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Testing, Biology, Science and Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Google AI Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Productivity Software, Workforce Development, Applied Machine Learning, Business Solutions, Organizational Strategy, Business Process Automation, Social Studies, Innovation, Data Collection, Automation, Data Security, Human Machine Interfaces, Forecasting, Emerging Technologies, Analysis, Critical Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cambridge

      The science of mind and decision making

      Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Psychology, Teaching, Neurology, Instructional Strategies, Decision Making, Student Engagement, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Disabilities, Empathy, Special Education, Human Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Diversity Awareness, Social Sciences, Child Development, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Medical Imaging, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Anatomy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Eindhoven University of Technology

      Process Mining: Data science in Action

      Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Data Mining, Business Process, Data Analysis, Process Mapping, Business Process Modeling, Data Processing, Operational Analysis, Process Improvement, Data Validation

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

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Data Scientists

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, ChatGPT, Predictive Modeling, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Data Processing, Deep Learning, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Technical Writing, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Content Creation, Data Visualization Software, Virtual Environment, Natural Language Processing

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Copyright for Educators & Librarians

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Strategy, Education and Training, Higher Education, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      599 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      The Power of Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Statistical Inference, Descriptive Statistics, Probability Distribution, Data Science, Probability, Jupyter, Python Programming

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      814 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Biostatistics, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Research, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis

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

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cognitive science courses

    • Dog Emotion and Cognition: Duke University
    • Introduction to Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology: University of Cambridge
    • Environmental Science: Dartmouth College
    • Transformation of the Global Food System: University of Copenhagen
    • DNA Decoded: McMaster University
    • Google AI Essentials: Google
    • The science of mind and decision making: University of Cambridge
    • Process Mining: Data science in Action: Eindhoven University of Technology
    • Generative AI for Data Scientists: IBM
    • Copyright for Educators & Librarians: Duke University

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