Social Dynamics Courses and Certifications

Microcredential

Computational Social Science

144 reviews

Explore modern computational tools to analyze digital footprints, uncover social patterns, and simulate hypothetical scenarios. Gain insights into human behavior and societal dynamics using cutting-edge research methods.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 5 courses

Institute for Pure & Applied Mathematics (IPAM)

Emerging Intelligence: From Neurons to Social Dynamics

Explore how internal psychological processes and social interactions shape collective behavior, from neural networks to group dynamics, through mathematical modeling and behavioral theory.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Paradoxes of War

13 reviews

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
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Your Public Persona: Self-Presentation in Everyday Life

34 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Examine the tactics we use, both positive and negative, to manage other people’s impressions and to achieve our goals, in this illuminating course taught by a professor of psychology.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 6 hours 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Black Capital: African Americans in Washington, D.C.

3 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Uncover an entirely new view of Washington, D.C.’s captivating culture and hear surprising stories from a variety of African Americans who live, work, and thrive there—all while helping to reinvent this iconic city.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Network Dynamics of Social Behavior

399 ratings at Coursera

Explore network dynamics shaping social behavior, from revolutions to cultural shifts. Learn how agent-based models and network theories explain collective behaviors, diffusion processes, and social change.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Collective Convictions Catalyse Cooperation

Explore how shared beliefs drive cooperation, examining adaptive value, transitions, and neutral steps in collective behavior, with insights on narratives and group dynamics.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)

Socially Assistive Robotics - SAR - with Maja Matarić

Explore socially assistive robotics: AI-powered machines that motivate and coach humans through social interaction, revolutionizing healthcare, education, and rehabilitation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Why Modern Dating is Broken - Challenges and Future Perspectives

Explore the complexities and challenges of modern dating, its evolution, and potential future directions in this thought-provoking TEDx talk by a young student passionate about social issues.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Assertiveness Basics: The 50-minute Communication Guide

20552 ratings at Udemy

Communication Skills. Confidence. Body Language. Stress Management. Social Dynamics. Personal Development.

• Udemy
• 1 hour 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Instituto de Física Interdisciplinar y Sistemas Complejos (IFISC)

Aging and Memory Effects in Social and Economic Dynamics

Explore aging and memory effects in social and economic dynamics, uncovering complex interdisciplinary insights into human behavior and societal patterns.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

Impact of Social Dynamics on Group Foraging

Explore how social dynamics influence group foraging behavior in this lecture by Arjun Ramakrishnan, examining cooperation, decision-making, and evolutionary principles across biological scales.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Russian History: from Lenin to Putin

816 ratings at Coursera

In this course, Peter Kenez, Professor Emeritus at UC Santa Cruz, explains the events of modern Russian history and introduces its most significant actors—from Vladimir Lenin to Vladimir Putin.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Media, Cultural Dynamics and Social Change

Explore how media shapes cultural values, political discourse, and collective identities while examining its role as both mirror and catalyst for social transformation.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

What does it mean to identify as Transgender or Gender Non-Conforming (TGNC)?

109 ratings at Coursera

Explore gender identity, affirmation processes, and challenges faced by transgender and gender non-conforming individuals. Develop skills to create inclusive spaces and understand TGNC history, culture, and societal impact.

• Coursera
• 1 day 2 hours 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course