United States Courses & Certifications

China Humanities: The Individual in Chinese Culture

7 ratings at edX

Explore Chinese history and culture from the perspective of the individual through philosophical texts, literary works, and art.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

We the People: Civic Engagement in a Constitutional Democracy

7 ratings at edX

Gain a foundational knowledge of American constitutional democracy and understand how to encourage others to explore their own civic paths, while in parallel crafting your own civic voice and identity.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 1-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Ciencia de Datos: Fundamentos de R

5 ratings at edX

Sentar las bases de conocimiento en R y aprender a discutir, analizar y visualizar datos.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Fundamental Lessons From String Theory

Explore groundbreaking insights from string theory, including black hole entropy calculations and recent discoveries, with renowned physicist Cumrun Vafa.

• World Science U
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Statistics 110 - Probability

Comprehensive introduction to probability theory, covering fundamental concepts, distributions, and applications. Ideal for understanding statistics, science, and randomness in various fields.

• YouTube
• 1 day 3 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Design Thinking and Innovation - Talking About Teaching Fall 2014

Explore design thinking and innovation through engaging exercises and real-world examples. Learn problem-solving approaches, overcome functional fixedness, and apply creative principles to develop innovative solutions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Image-Based Learning: From Narrative to New Knowledge - Fall 2014

Explore image-based learning techniques to transform historical narratives into new knowledge, enhancing student engagement and critical thinking in history education.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The State of the Nation's Housing 2015 - Key Findings and Trends

Comprehensive analysis of U.S. housing market trends, challenges, and opportunities, featuring expert insights on homeownership, rental markets, affordability, and demographic shifts affecting the industry.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Developing Trust and Ethically Healthy Organizations Through Humanistic Management

Explore trust-building and ethical organizational health through humanistic management principles, featuring insights from experts on dignity, corporate responsibility, and leadership.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Leading as a Surgeon and Writer - Atul Gawande on Leadership in Healthcare

Atul Gawande shares insights on leadership in medicine, writing, and public health, discussing patient safety, culture change, and the impact of his work on healthcare systems globally.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Science of Sugar in Cooking and Baking

Explore the science behind sugar in cooking and baking with top chef Joanne Chang. Learn about sugar's role in various desserts, techniques, and culinary applications.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Where is the Acid? The Science of Flavor in Cooking - Science and Cooking Lecture 2014

Explore the intersection of science and cooking as top chefs and Harvard researchers delve into the physics and engineering principles behind everyday and haute cuisine techniques.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Mastering Style: The Learning and Teaching of Writing

Explore effective writing techniques, classic style theory, and challenges in academic and journalistic writing with insights from Steven Pinker and Jill Abramson.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Lost Person Behavior - Search and Rescue Strategies

Explore search and rescue strategies, spatial models, and data-driven approaches for locating lost individuals with expert Robert Koester in this comprehensive talk on lost person behavior.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Animal Navigation - Exploring Migratory Patterns and Mechanisms

Explore animal navigation strategies and research with expert Susanne Åkesson, discussing how various species orient themselves and navigate across long distances.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video