People & Society Courses and Certifications

Journalism, the future, and you!

382 ratings at Coursera

You will explore areas such as being an international correspondent, self-publishing in journalism, as well as how to freelance in the field.

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

Introduction to Theory of Literature - Lecture 1

1 rating

Explore the foundations of literary theory, its philosophical roots, and historical context in modern criticism, examining key thinkers and concepts that shaped 20th-century theoretical developments.

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

Game Theory and Strategic Thinking

1 rating

Master strategic thinking through game theory concepts like Nash equilibrium, evolutionary stability, and asymmetric information with real-world applications.

• YouTube
• 1 day 4 hours 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Writing Skills for Engineering Leaders

494 ratings at Coursera

In this course, you’ll learn essential writing skills that you can apply in your daily activities on the job as an engineering leader.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Navigate Tone, Formality, and Directness in Emails

265 ratings at Coursera

Enhance your email communication skills by learning to navigate tone, formality, and directness in business contexts. Master the art of choosing appropriate language for different recipients and situations.

• Coursera
• 1 hour 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Firearm Purchaser Licensing Teach-Out: The Background Check Policy Not Enough People Are Talking About

22 ratings at Coursera

Explore firearm purchaser licensing policies, their effectiveness in reducing gun violence, and public support. Learn about implementation, legal aspects, and grassroots advocacy for these background check measures.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Career Certificate

Learn English: Writing Effectively with Complex Sentences

87 ratings at Coursera

Enhance your English writing skills by mastering complex sentences. Learn to use adverb, adjective, and noun clauses effectively, avoiding common mistakes and expressing ideas with greater sophistication.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Skepticism

86 ratings at Coursera

Explore skepticism's role in modern debates, its philosophical foundations, and its impact on knowledge and society. Learn to navigate doubt and cultivate intellectual virtues for a flourishing life.

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

ERPO: A Civil Approach to Gun Violence Prevention Teach-Out

18 ratings at Coursera

Explore Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) as a civil approach to prevent gun violence. Learn about implementation, scientific evidence, petitioner roles, and advocacy strategies from experts.

• Coursera
• 4 hours 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Pillar #3: Drug Effectiveness - Real-World Evidence

16 ratings at Coursera

Explore key principles of pharmaceutical effectiveness research, including observational designs, real-world evidence, and methods for addressing biases and confounders in safety and effectiveness studies.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Responsible Reporting on Suicide for Journalists

16 ratings at Coursera

Learn ethical and responsible techniques for reporting on suicide, understanding its impact on public health and how to create positive change through journalism.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Responding, Revising and Assessing Student Writings

12 ratings at Coursera

Explore effective strategies for responding to, revising, and assessing student writing. Learn to provide meaningful feedback, teach revision techniques, and implement fair evaluation methods.

• Coursera
• 20 hours 37 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Helping Families Avoid Negative Court Involvement Teach-Out

11 ratings at Coursera

Learn strategies to identify and address potential legal issues in family relationships, empowering individuals and professionals to prevent court involvement through early intervention and preventive planning.

• Coursera
• 3 hours 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

The History of Modern Israel - Part II: Challenges of Israel as a sovereign state

343 ratings at Coursera

Explores Israel's societal evolution since 1948, covering politics, economy, culture, and identity. Analyzes key events shaping modern Israel and its challenges in a diverse, complex regional context.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Poetry Writing Level 1: 10-Week Workshop (Zoom) (Live Online)

752 ratings at CourseHorse

Tap into the power of poetry as you learn to pack maximum punch with a minimum of words.

• CourseHorse
• 30 hours
• Self-Paced
• $489.00