English Courses

Artificial Intelligence Essentials

36 ratings at Coursera

Explore AI through philosophy, sci-fi, and Python. Learn rational agents, search algorithms like A*, and complete coding assignments for practical AI application.

• Coursera
• 18 hours 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Benjamin Franklin and His World

30 ratings at Coursera

Explore Benjamin Franklin's life, career, and legacy, examining his role in American history while confronting moral complexities and evaluating his impact through modern and historical lenses.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Applying to College 101

19 ratings at Coursera

Empowering learners to navigate the college search and application process, covering organizational skills, financial aid, self-reflection, finding the right fit, and preparing application materials.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Understanding Classroom Interaction

14 ratings at edX

Students will learn about, critique, and practice methods for analyzing interaction in classrooms, developing tools to build more engaged, effective, and equitable classroom communication.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 2-3 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Urban Transit for Livable Cities

15 ratings at edX

City livability depends on urban transit. Learn about transit systems and their critical role for the character of cities and quality of life.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 3-6 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Nonprofit Law

15 ratings at Coursera

Explore legal rules governing nonprofits, including historical context, organizational forms, fundraising regulations, political activity constraints, and oversight mechanisms. Gain insights into the sector's evolution and future trends.

• Coursera
• 13 hours 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Driving Operational Performance

14 ratings at Coursera

Enhance operational efficiency through advanced process analysis, capacity planning, and performance optimization. Learn to manage variability, reduce wait times, and link operations with finance for improved decision-making.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Statistics for Data Science Essentials

12 ratings at Coursera

Enhance probability skills and learn data interpretation using central limit theorem and confidence intervals. Complete weekly math assignments to reinforce statistical concepts.

• Coursera
• 19 hours 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Refugee & Asylum Advocacy: Legal Frameworks for Protection

10 ratings at Coursera

Explore the legal frameworks, processes, and human rights principles that govern refugee protection and asylum in the U.S., from international treaties to resettlement and integration.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Fundamentals of Bioclimatic Design

11 ratings at Coursera

Master bioclimatic design principles to create climate-responsive, energy-efficient buildings using passive strategies like thermal mass, natural ventilation, and solar orientation.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Science of Generosity: Do Good…Feel Good

7 ratings at edX

Explore how generosity can increase your own happiness and make a difference in the communities around you.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 2-4 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

How to Use Data

5 ratings at Coursera

Master essential data analytics skills from SQL and Python to predictive modeling and Tableau, enabling you to transform raw data into actionable business insights and compelling visualizations.

• Coursera
• 8 weeks, 8 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Top 10 Social Issues for the President’s First 100 Days

Collaborate with Penn faculty and fellow learners to identify the Top 10 Social Policy Issues facing the newly elected US President and Congress.

• edX
• 14 weeks, 1-2 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

The Business of Ideas: IP in the Real World

Explore landmark IP cases from Jack Daniel's parodies to Microsoft-Motorola patent wars, understanding how trademark, patent, copyright, and trade secret law shape innovation and creativity.

• Coursera
• 3 hours 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Going Out on a Limb: Anatomy of the Upper Limb

Take a tour through the inner-workings of the upper limb with Penn’s award winning Anatomy Professor, Dr. James S. White.

• edX
• 15 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course