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    Explore paleontology for understanding ancient life forms. Learn about fossil analysis, evolutionary biology, and geological processes.

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      University of Arizona

      Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Environmental Science, Research, Biochemistry, Physical Science, Science and Research, Microbiology, Physics, Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Chemistry

      4.9
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Manchester

      Our Earth: Its Climate, History, and Processes

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environment, Water Resources, Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Science, Biology, Simulations, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

      4.7
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      445 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Amsterdam

      Big History - From the Big Bang until Today

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, World History, Culture, Ancient History, Anthropology, Public History, Timelines, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Physics, Cultural Diversity, Environment, Environmental Science, Chemistry

      4.6
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      251 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Inquiries Into Bipedalism

      Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Anatomy, Culture, Ancient History, Biology, Laboratory Research, Investigation, Public History, Life Sciences, Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Taxonomy, Structural Analysis, Estimation

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Mechanics & Origins of Bipedalism

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Mechanics, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Anthropology, Research, Torque (Physics), Human Development, Scientific Visualization, Biology, Ancient History

      4.5
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      American Museum of Natural History

      The Science of Stem Cells

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Medical Science and Research, Life Sciences, Clinical Research, Biology, Emerging Technologies, Research, Molecular Biology, Chronic Diseases, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Research, Physical Science, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

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

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      Jordan University of Science and Technology

      General Histology

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Cardiology, Neurology, Pathology, Life Sciences, Biology, Orthopedics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      The Science of Gastronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Cooking, Nutrition and Diet, Thermal Management, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      781 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Princeton University

      Imagining Other Earths

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Physical Science, Molecular Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Physics, General Science and Research, Mathematical Modeling, Research, Systems Of Measurement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      399 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, World History, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Physics, Molecular Biology, Chemistry

      4.7
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      642 reviews

      Mixed · 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 paleontology courses

    • Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds: University of Arizona
    • Our Earth: Its Climate, History, and Processes: University of Manchester
    • Big History - From the Big Bang until Today: University of Amsterdam
    • Inquiries Into Bipedalism: Dartmouth College
    • Mechanics & Origins of Bipedalism: Dartmouth College
    • The Science of Stem Cells: American Museum of Natural History
    • Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life: The University of Edinburgh
    • General Histology: Jordan University of Science and Technology
    • The Science of Gastronomy: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Imagining Other Earths: Princeton University

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