Social Sciences Courses and Certifications

Introduction to Computational Thinking

Explore computational thinking through interactive programming, combining math, data science, and climate modeling to develop sophisticated problem-solving skills for the modern interconnected world.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Economics 202: Intermediate Macroeconomics

Explore macroeconomic theory, policy analysis, and economic modeling to understand inflation, unemployment, fiscal policy, and monetary systems at an intermediate level.

• Study.com
• 11 hours 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Foundations of Development Policy

Explore the economics of human development through empirical methods, analyzing real data on poverty, education, gender, insurance, credit markets, and political economy.

• MITx Online
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Good Economics for Hard Times

Explore how applied economics addresses societal challenges through case studies on migration, trade, inequality, climate change, and policy in high-income countries.

• MITx Online
• 14 weeks, 12-14 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

The Challenges of Global Poverty

Explore the complexities of global poverty, examining economic approaches to challenges like health, education, credit, and institutions in developing countries.

• MITx Online
• 14 weeks, 12-14 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Understanding the Effects of Globalization in Business

Develop skills to navigate global business environments, exploring features of international operations and effective management strategies for worldwide success.

• Study.com
• 1 hour 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Educational Psychology Textbook

Comprehensive exploration of educational psychology, covering cognitive and behavioral perspectives, child development, motivation, assessment, and pedagogy.

• Study.com
• 15 hours 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

GACE Behavioral Science Test I (050) Prep

Comprehensive preparation for GACE Behavioral Science Test I, covering psychology, anthropology, and human development. Includes lessons, quizzes, and practice tests to ensure exam readiness.

• Study.com
• 37 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Psychology for Teachers: Professional Development

Enhance your teaching with key psychological concepts, from learning theories to developmental stages. Flexible, mobile-friendly lessons for busy educators seeking professional development.

• Study.com
• 13 hours 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

NES Elementary Education: Practice and Study Guide

Comprehensive study guide covering essential topics for elementary educators, including literacy, math, science, social studies, and arts. Prepares teachers for NES certification with in-depth content and practice materials.

• Study.com
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

AEPA Elementary Education: Practice and Study Guide

Comprehensive guide covering essential topics for elementary educators, including literacy, math, science, social studies, and arts. Prepares for AEPA certification with in-depth content and practice materials.

• Study.com
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Introduction to Copyright Law

Explore copyright law's impact on music, computers, broadcasting, and education. Learn legal research, fair use, digital rights, and software licensing.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Use of Joint Fact Finding in Science Intensive Policy Disputes, Part I

Explore the role of science in environmental policy-making, focusing on joint fact finding as a new approach to address contentious disputes and improve decision-making processes.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

The Politics of Reconstructing Iraq

Explore post-conflict reconstruction's role in nation-building, conflict mitigation, and reshaping sociopolitical landscapes, with a focus on contemporary cases like Iraq.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

City Visions: Past and Future

Explore urban history, theory, and design visions. Analyze territorial contexts, assess past city designs, and envision future urban prospects considering global dynamics and social aims.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course