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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Learning Strategies, Learning Theory, Willingness To Learn, Student Engagement, Time Management, Growth Mindedness, Productivity, Self-Discipline, Cognitive flexibility, Overcoming Obstacles, Stress Management, Adaptability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      92K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Lund University

      Writing in English at University

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Proofreading, Writing, English Language, Literacy, Grammar, Language Competency, Style Guides, Formal Learning, Vocabulary

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      813 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Literacy Teaching and Learning: Aims, Approaches and Pedagogies

      Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Teaching, Human Learning, Education and Training, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Learning Styles, Liberal Arts, Media and Communications, Instructional Strategies, Multimedia, Curriculum Development, Cultural Diversity, Writing, Student-Centred Learning, Content Creation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École Polytechnique

      Comprendre la France, Advanced French Language & Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Grammar, European History, Language Learning, Culture, Vocabulary, Political Sciences, World History, Oral Expression, Writing, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, Art History, Oral Comprehension, Science and Research, Intercultural Competence

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Houston

      The Bilingual Brain

      Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Language Learning, Neurology, Learning Theory, Psychology, Child Development, Human Development, Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      707 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, World History, Governance, Timelines, Storytelling, Investigation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.9K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Biostatistics in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Descriptive Statistics, Histogram, Statistical Visualization, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Box Plots, Quantitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Inference, Epidemiology, Public Health, Statistics, Science and Research, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Scientific Methods, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

      4.8
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Old Norse Mythology in the Sources

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, European History, World History, Research, Culture, Storytelling, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      362 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Exploring Piano Literature: The Piano Sonata

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

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Florida

      Healing with the Arts

      Skills you'll gain: Journals, Music, Performing Arts, Mindfulness, Compassion, Empowerment, Storytelling, Personal Development, Liberal Arts, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Writing, Overcoming Obstacles

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      966 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Grammar, Concision, Editing, Language Competency, Storytelling, Vocabulary, Time Management, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Wesleyan University

      Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Journals, Writing and Editing, Editing, Journalism, Personal Development, Organizational Skills, Content Creation, Performing Arts, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Creativity, Detail Oriented, English Language, Brainstorming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      426 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects: Deep Teaching Solutions
    • Writing in English at University: Lund University
    • Literacy Teaching and Learning: Aims, Approaches and Pedagogies: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Comprendre la France, Advanced French Language & Culture : École Polytechnique
    • The Bilingual Brain: University of Houston
    • Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization: University of Pennsylvania
    • Biostatistics in Public Health: Johns Hopkins University
    • Old Norse Mythology in the Sources: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Exploring Piano Literature: The Piano Sonata: University of Michigan
    • Healing with the Arts: University of Florida

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