Education & Teaching Courses and Certifications

Contemporary China: The People's Republic, Taiwan, and Hong Kong

11 ratings at edX

Use the case study method to study China from the rise of Deng Xiaoping to the present.

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

HILT Conference - Making Peer Learning Effective

3 reviews

Explore research-backed strategies for effective peer learning, examining collaborative projects, inquiry methods, and student-centered approaches in higher education.

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

Teaching LGBTQ+ Health

21 ratings at Coursera

Improve knowledge and teaching skills for providing healthcare to LGBTQ+ patients, covering fundamentals and case studies for health professionals and educators.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Women Making History: Ten Objects, Many Stories

23 ratings at edX

Learn how American women created, confronted, and embraced change in the 20th century while exploring ten objects from Radcliffe’s Schlesinger Library.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Saving Schools, Mini-Course 3: Accountability and National Standards

1 review

This course explores the question of who should be accountable for student outcomes in U.S. education and the potential role Common Core might play in reshaping the U.S. educational landscape.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Saving Schools Mini-Course 4: School Choice

1 review

Explore alternatives to public schools in the US, including charter schools, voucher programs, and digital education. Analyze their effectiveness, parental decision-making, and impact on traditional public education.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Saving Schools, Mini-Course 2: Teacher Policies

1 review

Explore empirical evidence on teacher policies in U.S. education, including recruitment, compensation, tenure, and budgetary constraints, to understand their impact on educational outcomes.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 3 hours a week
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Data Wise: A Collaborative Process to Improve Learning & Teaching

62 ratings at edX

Learn what is involved in using data wisely to build a culture of collaborative inquiry.

• edX
• 10 weeks, 1-2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

HILT Conference: Learning from Each Other, Learning Online

1 review

Explore effective peer engagement strategies in online education, featuring models and best practices from Harvard's programs to enhance collaborative learning experiences.

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

New Faculty Institute 2016 - Perspectives from Recently Tenured Faculty: Navigating Your Professional Path as a Scholar

1 review

Insights from recently tenured Harvard professors on navigating academic careers, balancing work-life demands, and leveraging campus resources for professional growth and success.

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

Stanford Seminar - Interactive Biotechnology - Cloud Labs, Biotic Games, Museum Exhibits, DIY Kits

3 reviews

Explore interactive biotechnology through cloud labs, biotic games, museum exhibits, and DIY kits. Discover innovative approaches to learning and experimenting with living organisms using technology.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

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

The Harvard Campaign Launch - President's Remarks on Shaping the University's Future

Inspiring address by Harvard's President on the university's future, emphasizing innovation, global impact, and the enduring value of liberal arts education.

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

Integrating Online Courses to Improve Classroom Experience

Learn strategies for integrating online content into campus-based programs, enhancing pre-matriculation preparation and improving classroom experiences through blended learning approaches.

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

Learning Deeply at Scale: The Challenge of Our Times

Exploring pedagogical methods in American high schools, examining effective instruction, deeper learning, and strategies for improvement. Insights on cognitive aspects, teacher qualities, and reimagining education.

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