The University of Chicago Courses

CHD 75th Anniversary - Opening Remarks

Explore the origins and evolution of the Department of Comparative Human Development at UChicago through insightful opening remarks celebrating its 75th anniversary.

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

Polarized Politics: Past, Present, Future

Explore the causes and consequences of political polarization in the US, examining historical trends, voter behavior, and potential solutions for overcoming partisan deadlock.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Leadership Lab: Publishing in Academic Journals

Gain insights from faculty and editors on academic publishing, including choosing journals, responding to feedback, and navigating the submission process for successful scholarly publications.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Writing Beyond the Academy: Adapting Academic Writing for Non-Academic Audiences

Strategies for adapting academic writing to non-academic contexts, focusing on common pitfalls and easy-to-implement changes for clearer, more effective communication.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Conventionality in Language Use - Understanding Speaker Intentions in Spoken Comprehension

Explores how listeners interpret spoken language, focusing on reference comprehension. Examines the integration of linguistic conventions and contextual information, suggesting comprehension optimizes for generic rather than specific speakers.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Crafting a Professional Public Identity for Academic and Non-Academic Careers

Explore strategies for crafting a professional online presence, balancing personal and professional content, and navigating public discourse with expert insights on digital engagement and communication.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Craft of Writing Effectively - Leadership Lab

Enhance your academic writing skills with insights on creating value, understanding readers, and challenging existing knowledge in scholarly communities.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Are Some Cities More Punishing for Low-Income Families? - Urban Inequality and Poverty

Exploring urban inequality: How city differences impact poverty experiences, safety nets, and opportunities for low-income families in high-poverty neighborhoods across the United States.

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

Launch of the Center for the Economics of Human Development

Explore human development economics with Nobel Laureate James Heckman, focusing on interdisciplinary research to address social inequality and promote equal opportunities for human flourishing.

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

Leadership Lab - Research in a Digital Age: Video or Vanish?

Explore digital strategies to amplify research impact, including video abstracts and social media, to enhance visibility, citations, and collaboration opportunities in academia.

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

Leadership Lab - Focusing Your Future Through Fellowship Applications

Explore non-monetary benefits of fellowship applications, including career development, skill-building, and prestige. Gain insights from experts and practical advice for successful applications.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Research in Action - Making an Impact Through Social Science

Experts share strategies for translating academic research into real-world impact, discussing challenges and offering tips for emerging social scientists to effectively communicate findings beyond academia.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Hearing Gesture: How Our Hands Help Us Think

Explore how gestures reflect our thoughts and influence communication. Discover the role of hand movements in learning, problem-solving, and cross-cultural interactions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Social Sequence Analysis: An Introduction and Overview

Introduction to social sequence analysis: history, research applications, data sources, capabilities, limitations, and software options for analyzing event and state sequences.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Career Certificate

Quantum Computer Systems Design

Explore quantum computing principles, design systems, and use IBM QisKit to write and execute programs on cloud-accessible quantum hardware. Learn algorithms, microarchitecture, compilation, and memory management for quantum systems.

• edX
• 12 weeks, 8-12 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• $600.00
• 3 courses