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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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      The University of Chicago

      Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Environment, Physical Science, Environmental Issue, Physics, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Energy and Utilities, Simulations, Environmental Science, Chemistry

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Key Technologies for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Data Literacy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Generative AI, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Mining, Public Cloud, Cloud Storage, Data Analysis, Data Science, OpenAI, Serverless Computing, Cloud-Native Computing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, ChatGPT, Business Process Automation, Business

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of London

      Foundations of Data Science: K-Means Clustering in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Applied Machine Learning, Matplotlib, Probability & Statistics, Data Manipulation, Unsupervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Analysis, Statistics, Data Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, NumPy, Python Programming, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      727 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Material Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Semiconductors, Physics, Chemical Engineering

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

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      Meta

      Meta Front-End Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), User Research, UI/UX Research, Git (Version Control System), Usability Testing, React.js, User Experience Design, Responsive Web Design, GitHub, Interaction Design, Data Structures, Front-End Web Development, Pseudocode, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript, JavaScript Frameworks

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Neuroscience and Neuroimaging

      Skills you'll gain: Psychological Evaluations, Neurology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, R Programming, Medical Imaging, Data Manipulation, Image Analysis, Anatomy, Human Learning, Data Analysis Software, Psychology, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Processing, Data Transformation, Experimentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Research Design, Data Analysis, Statistics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Materials Science for Technological Application

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Failure Analysis, Structural Analysis, Manufacturing Processes, Laboratory Testing, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Process Control, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Physical Science, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      188 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Princeton University

      Computer Science: Algorithms, Theory, and Machines

      Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Data Structures, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computer Systems, Computational Thinking, Java, Scalability, Computer Hardware

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      714 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Environment, Water Resources, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Demography, Natural Resource Management, Systems Thinking, Trend Analysis, Social Sciences, Economics

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

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      Olay

      Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients

      Skills you'll gain: Product Quality (QA/QC), Laboratory Experience, Packaging and Labeling, Record Keeping, Product Development, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Prototyping, New Product Development, Good Manufacturing Practices, Quality Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Equipment, Product Design, Chemistry, Personal Care, Biology, Microbiology, Safety Assurance

      4.7
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      444 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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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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      IBM

      IBM AI Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Keras (Neural Network Library), Unsupervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Generative AI, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Reinforcement Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Generative AI Agents, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Jupyter, ChatGPT, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Data Science

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change: The University of Chicago
    • Key Technologies for Business: IBM
    • Foundations of Data Science: K-Means Clustering in Python: University of London
    • Material Behavior: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Meta Front-End Developer: Meta
    • Neuroscience and Neuroimaging: Johns Hopkins University
    • Materials Science for Technological Application: Arizona State University
    • Computer Science: Algorithms, Theory, and Machines: Princeton University
    • Introduction to Sustainability: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients: Olay

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