Harvard University Courses

PredictionX: Omens, Oracles & Prophecies

177 ratings at edX

This course is an overview of divination systems, ranging from ancient Chinese bone burning to modern astrology.

• edX
• 1 week, 3-5 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Ancient Greek Hero

10 ratings at edX

Discover the literature and heroes of ancient Greece through the Homeric Iliad and Odyssey , the tragedies of Sophocles, the dialogues of Plato, and more.

• edX
• 18 weeks, 8-12 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Introduction to Bioconductor

10 ratings at edX

The structure, annotation, normalization, and interpretation of genome scale assays.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 2-4 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Birth and the Nation - A Fictional History of Immigration - Stephanie DeGooyer - Radcliffe Institute

7 ratings

Exploring how novels can challenge traditional notions of nationality and birth, offering alternative perspectives on citizenship and immigration for a more inclusive global society.

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

Public Economics - Raj Chetty

7 ratings

Explore optimal tax and social insurance policies, combining theoretical models with empirical evidence. Covers efficiency, incidence, public goods, externalities, and welfare analysis in behavioral models.

• YouTube
• 1 day 8 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Career Certificate

Computer Science for Artificial Intelligence

1 rating

Comprehensive introduction to computer science and AI, covering programming fundamentals, algorithms, and machine learning. Hands-on projects develop skills for designing intelligent systems and solving real-world problems.

• edX
• 19 weeks, 8-24 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• $518.00
• 2 courses

Career Certificate

Fundamentals of Neuroscience

1 rating

Explore the nervous system's structure and function, from individual neurons to complex brain dynamics. Discover electrical properties, signaling, sensation, and perception through engaging animations and interactive labs.

• edX
• Self-Paced
• $747.00
• 3 courses

Career Certificate

Shakespeare’s Outsiders

1 rating

Explore Shakespeare's outsiders in Hamlet, The Merchant of Venice, and Othello. Delve into historical context, artistic interpretations, and the enduring relevance of these complex characters.

• edX
• 12 weeks, 5-7 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• $297.00
• 3 courses

Career Certificate

The Science of Cooking

1 rating

Explore the scientific principles behind cooking, from chemistry to physics to microbiology. Gain insights from top chefs and researchers to enhance your culinary skills and understanding of food science.

• edX
• 46 weeks, 2-3 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• $747.00
• 2 courses

Career Certificate

Leadership and Communication

1 rating

Develop effective leadership skills, improve communication strategies, and learn persuasive techniques to motivate teams and achieve goals. Explore decision-making, change management, and ethical rhetoric in this comprehensive program.

• edX
• 12 weeks, 2-3 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• $418.00
• 2 courses

Career Certificate

Leading in a Remote Environment

1 rating

Develop leadership skills for remote environments, focusing on trust-building, productivity enhancement, and effective digital tool usage to navigate challenges and drive team success in virtual settings.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 2-3 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• $358.00
• 2 courses

Data Science: Productivity Tools

40 ratings at edX

Keep your projects organized and produce reproducible reports using GitHub, git, Unix/Linux, and RStudio.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 1-2 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Judaism Through Its Scriptures.

22 ratings at edX

Learn about the key beliefs and practices of Judaism through an examination of its sacred texts and their interpretation.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 5-10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Ancient Masterpieces of World Literature

39 ratings at edX

Examine how cultures of the ancient world defined themselves through literature and how their vision of literature contributes to our understanding of civilization, culture, and literature today.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 3-6 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

19th-Century Opera: Meyerbeer, Wagner, & Verdi

1 rating

Learn the music and cultural impact of three canonical operas from the 1800s: Les Huguenots , Das Rheingold , and Otello.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 3-5 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)