United States Courses & Certifications

The Health and Economic Concerns of Rural Americans - Forum on Public Health and Policy

2 ratings

Exploring rural Americans' challenges: drug abuse, economic concerns, and potential solutions. Experts discuss public health implications and the role of government in addressing community issues.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Inclusive Excellence at Harvard and Beyond - A Conversation with John Wilson

2 ratings

Explore Harvard's inclusive excellence initiatives and lessons from HBCUs with John Wilson, discussing strategies for building a more diverse and welcoming academic environment.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Epidemic of Poverty - The Government Imperative

2 ratings

Abdul El-Sayed discusses rebuilding Detroit's Health Department, addressing urban health challenges, and his journey from physician to political candidate, emphasizing the importance of systemic solutions to public health issues.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Texture and Mouthfeel in Fine Dining - A Menu at Benu

2 ratings

Explore texture and mouthfeel in fine dining as Chef Corey Lee delves into innovative culinary techniques, from foams to emulsions, showcasing unique dishes like quail egg soup and shark fin custard.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Slavery and Harvard - Universities and Slavery Series, Part 4

2 ratings

Experts explore Harvard's historical connections to slavery, discussing research findings, student contributions, legal perspectives, and architectural memorialization, followed by a panel discussion on institutional legacy and responsibility.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Dark Energy and Cosmic Sound - Exploring the Universe Through Acoustic Waves

2 ratings

Explore cosmic sound waves' role in understanding the Universe's composition and history, dark energy, and the expanding cosmos through galaxy distribution mapping and observational data analysis.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Connectomics: Mapping the Brain's Wiring Diagram

2 ratings

Explore brain mapping through connectomics, uncovering the complex wiring of neurons and synapses to understand memory, skills, and neurological disorders with Prof. Lichtman.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Security Paradox - Addressing Modern Security Challenges

2 ratings

General Dempsey discusses the "security paradox": despite global peace, potential for violence is high due to technological advances. He explores military adaptations to new security threats.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Why School Cellphone Bans Are Spreading

2 ratings

Explore the growing trend of cellphone bans in schools, examining the reasons, impacts, and potential benefits for students and learning environments.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Greedy Algorithms, Minimum Spanning Trees, and Dynamic Programming

1276 ratings at Coursera

The primary topics in this part of the specialization are: greedy algorithms (scheduling, minimum spanning trees, clustering, Huffman codes) and dynamic programming (knapsack, sequence alignment, optimal search trees).

• Coursera
• 14 hours 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Thinking Like a Magician - Joshua Jay - Radcliffe Institute

2 ratings

Globe-trotting magician Joshua Jay reveals the secrets behind magical thinking, exploring misdirection, perception, and surprise. Learn to apply these strategies to enhance creativity in your own pursuits.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

HIV Cure Research Overview - Current Strategies and Future Directions

2 ratings

Explore the latest HIV cure research strategies, recent breakthroughs, and future directions with Dr. Raj Gandhi in this comprehensive overview of cutting-edge scientific developments.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Science of Sugar in Cooking and Baking

2 ratings

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
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Feminisms Now - Visions of Gender Equality for the 21st Century

2 ratings

Rising artists, thinkers, and organizers share visions of gender equality for the 21st century, reflecting on their art and activism in service of intersecting and sometimes competing feminisms.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Mastering Style: The Learning and Teaching of Writing

2 ratings

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
• Self-Paced
• Free Video