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Research Courses

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.


Popular Research Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change

    Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Community and Social Work, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Advocacy, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Awareness, Research, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Systems Thinking, Human Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Lund University

    AI & Law

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Legal Risk, Labor Law, Intellectual Property, Governance, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Public Administration

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    The University of Hong Kong

    University Teaching

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, Pedagogy, Teaching, Course Development, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Higher Education, Learning Theory

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Torque (Physics), Vibrations, Engineering, Physics, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling

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    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Synapses, Neurons and Brains

    Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Artificial Neural Networks, Neurology, Computer Science, Cell Biology, Physiology, Psychology, Basic Electrical Systems, Network Analysis, Computational Logic, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Biology

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA)

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research Design, Report Writing, Research, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Data Analysis Software, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Mechanics of Materials IV: Deflections, Buckling, Combined Loading & Failure Theories

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Failure Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Healthcare Law

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Medical Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Health Systems, Personally Identifiable Information, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Primary Care, Health Care Administration, Health Information Management, Medicaid, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medicare, Health Care, Pharmaceuticals, Managed Care, Health Policy, Regulation and Legal Compliance

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    Yale University

    Anatomy of the Chest, Neck, Abdomen, and Pelvis

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Urology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Surgery, Diagnostic Radiology, Medical Terminology, Surgery

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    University of Michigan

    Emotional Intelligence: Cultivating Immensely Human Interactions

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Mentorship, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Coaching, Empathy, Leadership Development, Resilience, Team Building, Leadership

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    Columbia University

    First Principles of Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Quality, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Photography, Virtual Reality, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Medical Imaging, Artificial Neural Networks, Unsupervised Learning, Graph Theory, Dimensionality Reduction, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Color Theory, Algorithms, Automation Engineering, Electronic Components

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    University of Michigan

    Evaluating Designs with Users

    Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, User Experience Design, User Experience, UI/UX Research, User Research, Test Case, Usability, Human Computer Interaction, Test Planning, Interviewing Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 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

  • Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change: University of Michigan
  • AI & Law : Lund University
  • University Teaching: The University of Hong Kong
  • Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Synapses, Neurons and Brains : Hebrew University of Jerusalem
  • Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA): Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Mechanics of Materials IV: Deflections, Buckling, Combined Loading & Failure Theories: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Healthcare Law: University of Pennsylvania
  • Anatomy of the Chest, Neck, Abdomen, and Pelvis: Yale University
  • Emotional Intelligence: Cultivating Immensely Human Interactions: University of Michigan

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