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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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      Peking University

      Advanced Neurobiology I

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Basic Electrical Systems, Scientific Methods, Research

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      630 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Data Visualization with Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Advanced Analytics, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Proposal Development, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Cleansing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Mapping, Tree Maps, Storyboarding

      4.5
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

      Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Spatial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Data Presentation, Data Sharing, Geospatial Mapping, Public Health, Land Management, Heat Maps, Metadata Management, Community Health, Data Mapping, Data Visualization Software, Data Quality, File Management, Network Analysis, Data Modeling

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

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Introduction to Engineering Mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Trigonometry

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

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      Stanford University

      Introduction to Mathematical Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Deductive Reasoning, Logical Reasoning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.9K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Big Data, Graph Theory, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Database Design, Data Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Management, Applied Machine Learning, Data Presentation, Scalability, Data Mining, Statistical Analysis, NoSQL, Database Management Systems, MongoDB

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      14K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Generative AI, Regression Analysis, Dimensionality Reduction, Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Inference, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Processing, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Data Science, Python Programming

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Deep Learning with PyTorch, Keras and Tensorflow

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Generative AI, Tensorflow, Machine Learning Methods, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Regression Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Network Architecture, Network Model, Predictive Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Applied Machine Learning

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Understanding Political Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Critical Thinking, Research, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Governance, Sociology, Interactive Learning, Research Methodologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      HTML, CSS, and Javascript for Web Developers

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Javascript, Responsive Web Design, Ajax, Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Web Applications, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Browser Compatibility, Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Usability, Cross Platform Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      17K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Meta Marketing Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Business Metrics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Marketing Analytics, Bayesian Statistics, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Marketing Effectiveness, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Data Cleansing, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, A/B Testing, Data Collection, Marketing, Interviewing Skills

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Stanford University

      Cryptography I

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Data Encryption Standard, Encryption, Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Authentications, Data Integrity, Secure Coding, Algorithms

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Advanced Neurobiology I: Peking University
    • Data Visualization with Tableau: University of California, Davis
    • Geographic Information Systems (GIS): University of California, Davis
    • Introduction to Engineering Mechanics: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Introduction to Mathematical Thinking: Stanford University
    • Big Data: University of California San Diego
    • IBM Machine Learning: IBM
    • IBM Deep Learning with PyTorch, Keras and Tensorflow: IBM
    • Understanding Political Concepts: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • HTML, CSS, and Javascript for Web Developers: Johns Hopkins University

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