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Research courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, literature review methods, and experimental design. You can build skills in critical thinking, hypothesis testing, and effective communication of findings. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, and Python for data analysis, as well as reference management software such as EndNote or Zotero, which support the organization and presentation of research projects.


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    Exploratorium

    Tinkering Fundamentals: Motion and Mechanisms

    Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Collaboration, Creativity, Mechanics, Research, Creative Problem-Solving, Experimentation, Innovation, Mechanical Design, Aesthetics, Construction

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    离散优化算法篇 Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Combinatorics, Computational Logic, Advanced Mathematics, Performance Tuning, Theoretical Computer Science, Simulations, Linear Algebra

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Planification des mobilités

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Policy Development, Strategic Prioritization, Forecasting, Economic Development, Spatial Analysis, Policy Analysis, Needs Assessment, Trend Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Sociology, Environmental Issue, Qualitative Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Metro Rail Systems and Construction

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Building Codes, Building Services Engineering, Electrical Systems, Public Works, Transportation Operations, Building Information Modeling, Construction Inspection, Structural Engineering, Construction, Architecture and Construction, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Practices, Contract Management, Construction Management, Quality Assurance, Laboratory Testing

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Aptly

    Google Search Advertising Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Advertising Campaigns, Search Engine Marketing, Campaign Management, Pay Per Click Advertising, Performance marketing, Keyword Research, Performance Measurement, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Advertising, Marketing, Copywriting, Quality Assessment

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Automating Sales Tasks with Zapier

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Google Sheets, Automation, Business Process Automation, Productivity Software, Gmail, Workflow Management, Sales Support, Operations Management, Order Fulfillment

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    Imperial College London

    Climate change and health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Climate Change Adaptation, Policy Analysis, Environmental Policy, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Systems, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Policy Development, Public Health, Environmental Science, International Relations, Governance, Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Pesquisa de Mercado e a Gestão Estratégica de Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Strategies, Market Research, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Marketing Analytics, Market Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Insights, Consumer Behaviour, Target Market, A/B Testing, Digital Marketing, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evaluación auténtica

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Student-Centred Learning, Curriculum Planning, Pedagogy, Education and Training, Data Collection, Community Development, Case Studies, Research Methodologies, Learning Strategies

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Learning TensorFlow: the Hello World of Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Google Cloud Platform, Scripting, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Cloud Computing, Development Environment

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Thought Experiments: An introduction to philosophy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Liberal Arts, Political Sciences, Systems Thinking, Creativity, Case Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Discussion Facilitation, Psychology

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    Arizona State University

    Care: The First Step in Tech Innovation for Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Lean Methodologies, Team Oriented, Ideation, Business Research, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Management, Analysis, Customer Insights

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Tinkering Fundamentals: Motion and Mechanisms: Exploratorium
  • 离散优化算法篇 Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Planification des mobilités: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Metro Rail Systems and Construction: L&T EduTech
  • Google Search Advertising Foundations: Aptly
  • Automating Sales Tasks with Zapier: Coursera
  • Climate change and health: Imperial College London
  • Pesquisa de Mercado e a Gestão Estratégica de Marketing: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Evaluación auténtica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Learning TensorFlow: the Hello World of Machine Learning: Google Cloud

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