Social Sciences Courses and Certifications

Quantitative Methods

7 reviews

Explore quantitative research methods in social sciences, focusing on scientific principles, research designs, measurement, sampling, and ethics. Gain skills to distinguish between solid research and flawed studies.

• Coursera
• 30 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Duke;  Emory University;  The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Copyright for Educators & Librarians

8 reviews

Empowering educators and librarians with practical knowledge of US copyright law, focusing on legal permissions and creative teaching opportunities in various educational settings.

• Coursera
• 14 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Civil Liberties

7 reviews

Explore the moral basis of controversial claims of civil rights and liberties by carefully considering the evidence and reasons presented by notable thinkers and in groundbreaking Supreme Court opinions.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 2-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

SOAS University of London;  University of London

Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World

7 reviews

Explore global diplomacy's evolution, practices, and impact. Gain critical insights into diplomatic theories, historical contexts, and contemporary challenges. Develop analytical skills for understanding international relations.

• Coursera
• 13 hours 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Communication Science

7 reviews

Explore communication theories, models, and concepts across mass, interpersonal, and intrapersonal domains. Gain insights into the field's history, dominant paradigms, and cultural impact.

• Coursera
• 10 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Positive Parenting

10 reviews

The term "parent" applies to an array of individuals whose presence impacts the health and well-being of children. Positive parenting seeks to promote the parenting behaviors that are most essential for fostering positive youth development.

• YouTube
• 1 day 17 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Business Ethics: Exploring Big Data and Tax Avoidance

8 reviews

Learn why big data and tax avoidance are some of the biggest ethical issues facing businesses today and how they can be addressed.

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

Open Online Course on Gender and Environment

10 reviews

Explore the interconnections between gender and environment, gaining tools to mainstream gender in sustainable development across various environmental sectors.

• UN CC:e-Learn
• 6 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

The American South: Its Stories, Music, and Art

7 reviews

From small farms to urban neighborhoods, from the region itself to the more distant worlds of the southern diaspora, we discover the stories, music, and art of the American South.

• Coursera
• 7-8 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Age of Sustainable Development

10 reviews

Learn the basics of sustainable development -- what it is, why it's important and how we can achieve it.

• edX
• 14 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Econometrics: Methods and Applications

7 reviews

Learn to analyze economic data using regression models, handle endogeneity, binary choice, and time series data. Gain practical skills in forecasting and decision-making across various business fields.

• Coursera
• 2 days 18 hours 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Terrorism and Counterterrorism

11 reviews

What is the danger of terrorism, and how can the world respond effectively?

• edX
• 7 weeks, 8-10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Theories of Counseling

9 reviews

Explore diverse counseling theories and techniques through role-plays and discussions, covering approaches like CBT, REBT, Gestalt, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy for practical application in therapeutic settings.

• YouTube
• 12 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

University System of Maryland;  University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science

Innovative Environmental Management Models: Case Studies and Applications

10 reviews

Utilizing extensive case studies of various ecosystems, you will learn how to effectively utilize science-based management to mitigate anthropogenic impacts and ensure resiliency and sustainability in your community.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 5-8 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

A Beginner's Guide to Irrational Behavior

553 reviews

Explore irrational behavior patterns in decision-making, examining topics like money perception, dishonesty, incentives, self-control, and emotions' impact on economic choices through an interdisciplinary lens.

• Coursera
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)