People & Society Courses and Certifications

Principles of Microeconomics

19 ratings

This introductory undergraduate course covers supply and demand, market equilibrium, consumer theory, production and the behavior of firms, monopoly, oligopoly, welfare economics, public goods, and externalities.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• 21 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Tricky American English Pronunciation

14 ratings

In this course, you’ll practice the sounds of American English that might sometimes be confusing.

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

Sharpened Visions: A Poetry Workshop

19 ratings

Why just write poems when you can write better ones? This course is built on the notion that the most exciting writing begins after the first draft.

• Coursera
• 8-9 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

How to Write a Resume (Project-Centered Course)

15 ratings

In this project-centered course, you will craft an essential cornerstone of the modern-day job or internship search: the resume. When you complete the course, you’ll have an eye-catching resume that lets your professional strengths shine.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Effective Altruism

14 ratings

Explore the philosophy of maximizing positive impact through ethical living, examining real-world examples and practical applications to reshape your approach to altruism and decision-making.

• Coursera
• 12 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Teach English Now! Foundational Principles

8 ratings

Explore foundational principles of language teaching through engaging metaphors. Learn motivation techniques, learning modes, risk-taking strategies, and ways to avoid burnout while developing effective teaching skills.

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

Creative Writing: The Craft of Plot

15 ratings

Discover the art of crafting compelling plots, from structure and scene-building to character development and revision techniques. Enhance your storytelling skills and bring your narratives to life.

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

English Composition I

19 ratings

You will gain a foundation for college-level writing valuable for nearly any field.

• Coursera
• 1 day 1 hour 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Introduction to Environmental Law and Policy

10 ratings

Explore environmental law's role in balancing planetary protection with human liberty and economic growth. Tour legal regimes governing pollution, water, endangered species, and environmental risk.

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

Nanyang Technological University

Introduction to Forensic Science

18 ratings

Explore scientific principles behind forensic work, from blood analysis to DNA evidence. Learn about toxicology, fingerprinting, and real-world case studies in this comprehensive introduction to forensic science.

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

Write Professional Emails in English

5 ratings

This is a course to help you write effective business emails in English.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Think Again I: How to Understand Arguments

10 ratings

Learn to identify, analyze, and reconstruct arguments effectively. Develop critical thinking skills to evaluate reasoning in various contexts and improve your ability to understand and construct persuasive arguments.

• Coursera
• 25 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Security & Safety Challenges in a Globalized World

16 ratings

Explore complex global security challenges, their multifaceted nature, and approaches to address them. Learn to analyze and understand modern safety issues from various perspectives and governance levels.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Intro to Psychology

25 ratings

Go on a journey through psychological concepts and principles to enable you to gain a more in-depth understanding of human thought and behavior.

• Udacity
• 34 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Paradoxes of War

13 ratings

The Paradoxes of War teaches us to understand that war is not only a normal part of human existence, but is arguably one of the most important factors in making us who we are.

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