Social Sciences Courses and Certifications

Smart Cities – Management of Smart Urban Infrastructures

1783 ratings at Coursera

Learn about Smart Cities within the context of management of urban infrastructures. The introduction of Smart urban technologies into legacy infrastructures has resulted in numerous challenges and opportunities for contemporary cities and will continue t…

• Coursera
• 13 hours 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Management of Urban Infrastructures – part 1

777 ratings at Coursera

Explore principles for managing urban infrastructures to build sustainable, resilient, and efficient cities. Learn about energy and transport systems, stakeholder management, and key challenges facing urban areas.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Psychological research, obedience and ethics

5 reviews

In this free course, Psychological research, obedience and ethics, you will learn about the importance of ethics in research that is undertaken by psychologists. You will read about the famous ...

• OpenLearn
• 5 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change

543 ratings at Coursera

Empower yourself as a leader, overcome barriers, build confidence, and develop purposeful career strategies. Learn to navigate organizational politics, negotiate effectively, and integrate work-life commitments.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Philosophy and the Science of Human Nature

2 reviews

Philosophy and the Science of Human Nature pairs central texts from Western philosophical tradition (including works by Plato, Aristotle, Epictetus, Hobbes, Kant, Mill, Rawls, and Nozick) with recent findings in cognitive science and related fields.

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

Police Brutality Teach-Out

In this Teach-Out, you will learn about the history of police violence in America, become aware of laws and policies that prevent accountability, understand the demands of protesters, and gain the knowledge and tools to fight for change locally.

• YouTube
• 4 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

LGBTQ Pride: From Origins to Evolution Teach-Out

46 ratings at Coursera

Explore the history and evolution of LGBTQ Pride, from its radical origins to its current global celebration, examining its complexities, tensions, and significance for individuals and communities.

• Coursera
• 1 week
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Roe v. Wade Teach-Out

Explore the history and impact of the Roe v. Wade decision, examining legal, medical, and political implications of its overturning. Engage in diverse perspectives on reproductive rights in the U.S.

• Independent
• 1 week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Police Brutality in America Teach-Out

16 ratings at Coursera

Explore the history of police violence in America, understand systemic racism, and learn about efforts to reinvest in communities. Gain knowledge to advocate for change and accountability in policing.

• Coursera
• 1 week
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Social Work: Practice, Policy and Research

Gain advanced skills in social work practice, policy, and research to empower individuals and communities. Develop expertise in advocacy, intervention strategies, diversity, community organization, and evidence-based approaches.

• edX
• 45 weeks, 6-7 hours a week
• On-Demand
• $1,044.00
• 6 courses

Fake News, Facts, and Alternative Facts

Explore tools to distinguish credible information from fake news, understand the processes behind news creation, and learn how personal biases affect information acceptance in today's media landscape.

• Coursera
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Internet and You

Explore the Internet's impact on communication, information sharing, and society. Learn about its history, future trends, and how to empower yourself in the evolving digital landscape.

• Coursera
• 1-4 hours
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Privacy, Reputation, and Identity in a Digital Age Teach-Out

Explore privacy, reputation, and identity in the digital age through expert insights and real-world case studies. Examine data collection, algorithmic processing, and their impact on personal and social interactions.

• Coursera
• 2 weeks
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Infrastructure Management for Public Libraries

Learn how library managers and directors make key operational decisions regarding maintenance, insurance, technology, and more.

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

Foundations of Diversity and Inclusion at Work TeachOut

148 ratings at Coursera

Explore strategies for creating inclusive workplaces, addressing inequity, and leading organizational change. Learn to develop a business case for diversity and have constructive conversations about identity and power.

• Coursera
• 8 hours 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)