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    Study earth sciences to understand geological processes and Earth's history. Learn about plate tectonics, mineralogy, and environmental geology.

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Student Engagement, Generative AI, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Education Software and Technology, Creativity, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Innovation, Decision Making, Application Development, Creative Problem-Solving

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      Yale University

      Moral Foundations of Politics

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, European History, Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Economics, Socioeconomics

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      MATLAB Programming for Engineers and Scientists

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Matlab, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Processing, Computer Vision, User Interface (UI), Regression Analysis, Digital Communications, Numerical Analysis, Performance Tuning, Computer Programming, Mathematical Software, Programming Principles, Debugging, Data Structures

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

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      University of Florida

      Sustainable Agricultural Land Management

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Water Resources, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Research

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      630 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Responsiveness, Personal Development, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Resilience, Mindfulness, Active Listening, Scientific Methods

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

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      Caltech

      The Science of the Solar System

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Life Sciences, Water Resources, Environment, Environmental Science, Physics, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Biology, Chemistry, Geospatial Information and Technology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      808 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Disaster Preparedness

      Skills you'll gain: Triage, Safety and Security, Medical Emergency, Emergency Response, Crisis Intervention, Fire And Life Safety, Safety Training, Public Safety and National Security, Mitigation, Accident Prevention, Emergency Medicine, Health And Safety Standards, Personal Care, First Aid, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Resourcefulness, Risk Analysis, Communication

      4.7
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      IBM

      Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Extract, Transform, Load, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Cleansing, Excel Formulas, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Looker (Software), Data Quality, Business Analytics, Big Data, Microsoft Excel, Data Wrangling, Data Processing, Data Mining, Exploratory Data Analysis

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

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      University of Toronto

      Introduction to GIS Mapping

      Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, GIS Software, Spatial Analysis, Data Mapping

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      University of London

      Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World

      Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Interpersonal Communications, Intercultural Competence, Research, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Mediation, Policy Analysis

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      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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      288 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      Prompt Engineering for Law

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, OpenAI, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Legal Research, Legal Risk, Innovation, Information Privacy, Application Development, Scenario Testing, Performance Testing, Contract Review, Business Ethics

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

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular earth sciences courses

    • Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators: Vanderbilt University
    • Moral Foundations of Politics : Yale University
    • MATLAB Programming for Engineers and Scientists: Vanderbilt University
    • Sustainable Agricultural Land Management: University of Florida
    • Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress: Yale University
    • The Science of the Solar System: Caltech
    • Disaster Preparedness: University of Pittsburgh
    • Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations: IBM
    • Introduction to GIS Mapping: University of Toronto
    • Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World: University of London

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