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#1

Learning How to Learn Course
Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects
This course gives you easy access to the invaluable learning techniques used by experts in art, music,

Deep Teaching Solutions
Barbara Oakley

7 reddit posts
1898 mentions

#2

Machine Learning Course
Machine learning is the science of getting computers to act without being explicitly programmed

Stanford University
Andrew Ng

7 reddit posts
1190 mentions

#3

The Science of Well-Being Course
In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more

Yale University
Laurie Santos

5 reddit posts
540 mentions

#4

Algorithms, Part I Course
This course covers the essential information that every serious programmer needs to know about algorithms

Princeton University
Kevin Wayne

6 reddit posts
1260 mentions

#5

Fundamentals of Computing Specialization
Prepare for Advanced Computer Science Courses

Rice University
John Greiner

2 reddit posts
536 mentions

#6

Data Science Specialization
Launch Your Career in Data Science

Johns Hopkins University
Roger D. Peng, PhD

10 reddit posts
576 mentions

#7

Google IT Support Professional Certificate
This is your path to a career in IT

Google
Google Career Certificates

3 reddit posts
282 mentions

#8

Business Foundations Specialization
Solve Real Business Problems

University of Pennsylvania
Brian J Bushee

7 reddit posts
131 mentions

#9

Deep Learning Specialization
AI

DeepLearning.AI
Andrew Ng

2 reddit posts
253 mentions

#10

Introduction to Finance and Accounting Specialization
Learn the basics of finance and accounting

University of Pennsylvania
Brian J Bushee

5 reddit posts
87 mentions

#11

An Introduction to Interactive Programming in Python (Part 1) Course
This two-part course is designed to help students with very little or no computing background learn the basics

Rice University
John Greiner

2 reddit posts
400 mentions

#12

Cryptography I Course
Cryptography is an indispensable tool for protecting information in computer systems

Stanford University
Dan Boneh

14 reddit posts
329 mentions

#13

Algorithms Specialization
Learn To Think Like A Computer Scientist

Stanford University
Tim Roughgarden

1 reddit posts
409 mentions

#14

Introduction to Financial Accounting Course
Master the technical skills needed to analyze financial statements and disclosures for use in

University of Pennsylvania
Brian J Bushee

5 reddit posts
59 mentions

#15

Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies Course
To really understand what is special about Bitcoin, we need to understand how it works at a technical

Princeton University
Arvind Narayanan

33 reddit posts
209 mentions

#16

Python for Everybody Specialization
Learn to Program and Analyze Data with Python

University of Michigan
Charles Russell Severance

3 reddit posts
598 mentions

#17

COVID-19 Contact Tracing Course
The COVID-19 crisis has created an unprecedented need for contact tracing across the country, requiring

Johns Hopkins University
Emily Gurley, PhD, MPH

1 reddit posts
89 mentions

#18

Functional Programming in Scala Specialization
Program on a Higher Level

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Martin Odersky

12 reddit posts
255 mentions

#19

Data Structures and Algorithms Specialization
Master Algorithmic Programming Techniques

University of California San Diego
Alexander S. Kulikov

0 reddit posts
193 mentions

#20

Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking Specialization
Think Again: How to Reason and Argue

Duke University
Dr. Walter Sinnott-Armstrong

3 reddit posts
150 mentions

#21

Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python) Course
This course aims to teach everyone the basics of programming computers using Python

University of Michigan
Charles Russell Severance

1 reddit posts
297 mentions

#22

Data Science Specialization
Foundations using R
Enroll for free

Johns Hopkins University
Roger D. Peng, PhD

4 reddit posts
176 mentions

#23

Introduction to Mathematical Thinking Course
Learn how to think the way mathematicians do – a powerful cognitive process developed over thousands of

Stanford University
Dr. Keith Devlin

1 reddit posts
181 mentions

#24

Programming Languages, Part A Course
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of programming languages, with a strong emphasis

University of Washington
Dan Grossman

4 reddit posts
145 mentions

#25

Build a Modern Computer from First Principles Course
From Nand to Tetris (Project-Centered Course)
What you’ll achieve: In this project-centered course* you will build a modern computer system,

Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Shimon Schocken

5 reddit posts
358 mentions

#26

Statistics with R Specialization
Master Statistics with R

Duke University
Mine Çetinkaya-Rundel

2 reddit posts
139 mentions

#27

Interaction Design Specialization
Learn how to design great user experiences

University of California San Diego
Scott Klemmer

3 reddit posts
112 mentions

#28

Introduction to Logic Course
This course is an introduction to Logic from a computational perspective

Stanford University
Michael Genesereth

2 reddit posts
172 mentions

#29

Applied Data Science with Python Specialization
Gain new insights into your data

University of Michigan
Christopher Brooks

0 reddit posts
140 mentions

#30

Programming Mobile Applications for Android Handheld Systems Course
Part 1
This course introduces you to the design and implementation of Android applications for

University of Maryland, College Park
Dr. Adam Porter

2 reddit posts
121 mentions

#31

Algorithms, Part II Course
This course covers the essential information that every serious programmer needs to know about algorithms

Princeton University
Robert Sedgewick

0 reddit posts
611 mentions

#32

Functional Programming Principles in Scala Course
Functional programming is becoming increasingly widespread in industry

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Martin Odersky

4 reddit posts
161 mentions

#33

Indigenous Canada Course
Indigenous Canada is a 12-lesson Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) from the Faculty of Native Studies that

University of Alberta
Dr. Paul L. Gareau

0 reddit posts
90 mentions

#34

Electronic Music Production Specialization
Create Musical Compositions With Your Computer

Berklee College of Music
Erin Barra

12 reddit posts
127 mentions

#35

Buddhism and Modern Psychology Course
The Dalai Lama has said that Buddhism and science are deeply compatible and has encouraged Western scholars

Princeton University
Robert Wright

10 reddit posts
145 mentions

#36

Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
This is your path to a career in data analytics

Google
Google Career Certificates

0 reddit posts
47 mentions

#37

Think Again IV Course
How to Avoid Fallacies
We encounter fallacies almost everywhere we look

Duke University
Dr. Walter Sinnott-Armstrong

3 reddit posts
82 mentions

#38

Genomic Data Science Specialization
Be a next generation sequencing data scientist

Johns Hopkins University
Mihaela Pertea, PhD

1 reddit posts
76 mentions

#39

Machine Learning Specialization
Build Intelligent Applications

University of Washington
Emily Fox

1 reddit posts
76 mentions

#40

Object Oriented Java Programming Specialization
Data Structures and Beyond
Develop Powerful Interactive Software

University of California San Diego
Mia Minnes

0 reddit posts
73 mentions

#41

Cybersecurity Specialization
Cybersecurity Fundamentals

University of Maryland, College Park
Jonathan Katz

3 reddit posts
57 mentions

#42

Everyday Parenting Course
The ABCs of Child Rearing
Everyday Parenting gives you access to a toolkit of behavior-change techniques that will make your typical day

Yale University
Alan E. Kazdin, PhD, ABPP

1 reddit posts
120 mentions

#43

Jazz Improvisation Course
Learn the basic concepts of improvisation from Gary Burton, one of the most renowned improvisers in the

Berklee College of Music
Gary Burton

4 reddit posts
96 mentions

#44

Data Mining Specialization
Analyze Text, Discover Patterns, Visualize Data

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
ChengXiang Zhai

4 reddit posts
37 mentions

#45

An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT) Specialization
Create Your Own Internet of Things (IoT) Device

University of California, Irvine
Ian Harris

4 reddit posts
45 mentions

#46

Full Stack Web Development with Angular Specialization
Build Complete Web and Hybrid Mobile Solutions

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Jogesh K. Muppala

3 reddit posts
60 mentions

#47

Introduction to Philosophy Course
This course will introduce you to some of the main areas of research in contemporary philosophy

The University of Edinburgh
Dr. Dave Ward

3 reddit posts
78 mentions

#48

DeepLearning.AI TensorFlow Developer Professional Certificate
AI

DeepLearning.AI
Laurence Moroney

2 reddit posts
58 mentions

#49

Probabilistic Graphical Models Specialization
Probabilistic Graphical Models

Stanford University
Daphne Koller

3 reddit posts
65 mentions

#50

Java Programming and Software Engineering Fundamentals Specialization
Explore a Career as a Software Engineer

Duke University
Susan H. Rodger

0 reddit posts
78 mentions

#51

Bioinformatics Specialization
Journey to the Frontier of Computational Biology

University of California San Diego
Pavel Pevzner

1 reddit posts
106 mentions

#52

Economics of Money and Banking Course
The last three or four decades have seen a remarkable evolution in the institutions that comprise the modern

Columbia University
Perry G Mehrling

0 reddit posts
95 mentions

#53

Guitar for Beginners Course
Grasp the essentials needed to begin playing acoustic or electric guitar

Berklee College of Music
Thaddeus Hogarth

3 reddit posts
64 mentions

#54

R Programming Course
In this course you will learn how to program in R and how to use R for effective data analysis

Johns Hopkins University
Roger D. Peng, PhD

2 reddit posts
123 mentions

#55

Game Theory Course
Popularized by movies such as "A Beautiful Mind," game theory is the mathematical modeling of strategic interaction among rational (and

Stanford University
Matthew O. Jackson

0 reddit posts
56 mentions

#56

Creative Writing Specialization
Craft Your Story Like the Great Writers

Wesleyan University
Brando Skyhorse

2 reddit posts
41 mentions

#57

Advanced Machine Learning Specialization
Deep Dive Into The Modern AI Techniques

HSE University
Dmitry Ulyanov

3 reddit posts
61 mentions

#58

Financial Markets Course
An overview of the ideas, methods, and institutions that permit human society to manage risks and foster

Yale University
Robert Shiller

2 reddit posts
85 mentions

#59

First Step Korean Course
This is an elementary-level Korean language course, consisting of 5 lessons with 4 units, and covers 4 skills:

Yonsei University
Seung Hae Kang

2 reddit posts
59 mentions

#60

Fundamentals of Music Theory Course
This course will introduce students to the theory of music, providing them with the skills needed to

The University of Edinburgh
Dr Michael Edwards

2 reddit posts
72 mentions

#61

Systems Biology and Biotechnology Specialization
Expertise for Professionals and Students in Biotechnology and Biomedical Data Sciences

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Ravi Iyengar, PhD

1 reddit posts
21 mentions

#62

Songwriting Course
Writing the Lyrics
There’s a songwriter lurking somewhere inside you, peeking around corners, wondering if it’s safe to

Berklee College of Music
Pat Pattison

1 reddit posts
80 mentions

#63

Graphic Design Specialization
Make Compelling Design

California Institute of the Arts
Michael Worthington

1 reddit posts
51 mentions

#64

Computer Architecture Course
In this course, you will learn to design the computer architecture of complex modern microprocessors

Princeton University
David Wentzlaff

2 reddit posts
58 mentions

#65

Model Thinking Course
We live in a complex world with diverse people, firms, and governments whose behaviors aggregate to

University of Michigan
Scott E. Page

0 reddit posts
53 mentions

#66

Medical Neuroscience Course
Medical Neuroscience explores the functional organization and neurophysiology of the human central nervous

Duke University
Leonard E. White, Ph.D.

1 reddit posts
47 mentions

#67

Introduction to Ableton Live Course
The new version of Introduction to Ableton Live featuring Ableton Live 10 will launch on April 20

Berklee College of Music
Erin Barra

8 reddit posts
61 mentions

#68

Audio Signal Processing for Music Applications Course
In this course you will learn about audio signal processing methodologies that are specific for music and of use in real applications

Universitat Pompeu Fabra of Barcelona
Xavier Serra

5 reddit posts
36 mentions

#69

Miracles of Human Language Course
An Introduction to Linguistics
Everywhere, every day, everybody uses language

Universiteit Leiden
Marc van Oostendorp

4 reddit posts
40 mentions

#70

Introduction to Genetics and Evolution Course
Introduction to Genetics and Evolution is a college-level class being offered simultaneously to new students at

Duke University
Dr. Mohamed Noor

5 reddit posts
43 mentions

#71

Probabilistic Graphical Models 1 Course
Representation
Probabilistic graphical models (PGMs) are a rich framework for encoding probability distributions over

Stanford University
Daphne Koller

2 reddit posts
52 mentions

#72

Computational Neuroscience Course
This course provides an introduction to basic computational methods for understanding what nervous

University of Washington
Rajesh P. N. Rao

4 reddit posts
56 mentions

#73

Successful Negotiation Course
Essential Strategies and Skills
We all negotiate on a daily basis

University of Michigan
George Siedel

0 reddit posts
22 mentions

#74

Chinese for Beginners Course
Nowadays, there is an increasing number of people who are interested in Chinese culture and language

Peking University
Xiaoyu Liu

6 reddit posts
28 mentions

#75

Data Science at Scale Specialization
Tackle Real Data Challenges

University of Washington
Bill Howe

1 reddit posts
45 mentions

#76

Object Oriented Programming in Java Specialization
Grow Your Portfolio as a Software Engineer

Duke University
Mia Minnes

0 reddit posts
57 mentions

#77

Learn to Program Course
Crafting Quality Code
Not all programs are created equal

University of Toronto
Jennifer Campbell

0 reddit posts
39 mentions

#78

Accelerated Computer Science Fundamentals Specialization
Data Structures and Algorithms in C++

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Wade Fagen-Ulmschneider

0 reddit posts
35 mentions

#79

Crash Course on Python Course
This course is designed to teach you the foundations in order to write simple programs in Python using the most common

Google
Google Career Certificates

0 reddit posts
22 mentions

#80

Write Like Mozart Course
An Introduction to Classical Music Composition
This course introduces students to strategies for style writing of common practice European art

National University of Singapore
Peter Edwards

1 reddit posts
62 mentions

#81

Global Warming I Course
The Science and Modeling of Climate Change
This class describes the science of global warming and the forecast for humans’ impact on Earth’s

The University of Chicago
David Archer

1 reddit posts
31 mentions

#82

Improving your statistical inferences Course
This course aims to help you to draw better statistical inferences from empirical research

Eindhoven University of Technology
Daniel Lakens

1 reddit posts
46 mentions

#83

Think Again I Course
How to Understand Arguments
In this course, you will learn what an argument is

Duke University
Dr. Walter Sinnott-Armstrong

0 reddit posts
47 mentions

#84

Fundamentals of Audio and Music Engineering Course
Part 1 Musical Sound & Electronics
In this course students learn the basic concepts of acoustics and electronics and how they can applied

University of Rochester
Robert Clark

4 reddit posts
34 mentions

#85

Writing in the Sciences Course
This course teaches scientists to become more effective writers, using practical examples and exercises

Stanford University
Dr. Kristin Sainani

1 reddit posts
30 mentions

#86

Investment Management Specialization
Make Smart Investment Decisions in a Global World

University of Geneva
University of Geneva- Ines Chaieb

0 reddit posts
17 mentions

#87

Algorithmic Thinking (Part 1) Course
Experienced Computer Scientists analyze and solve computational problems at a level of abstraction that is

Rice University
Luay Nakhleh

0 reddit posts
32 mentions

#88

Fighting COVID-19 with Epidemiology Course
A Johns Hopkins Teach-Out
This free Teach-Out is for anyone who has been curious about how we identify and measure outbreaks like

Johns Hopkins University
Gypsyamber D'Souza, PhD, MS, MPH

0 reddit posts
20 mentions

#89

Methods and Statistics in Social Sciences Specialization
Critically Analyze Research and Results Using R

University of Amsterdam
Matthijs Rooduijn

0 reddit posts
44 mentions

#90

Python 3 Programming Specialization
Become a Fluent Python Programmer

University of Michigan
Paul Resnick

0 reddit posts
31 mentions

#91

Introduction to Engineering Mechanics Course
This course is an introduction to learning and applying the principles required to solve

Georgia Institute of Technology
Dr. Wayne Whiteman, PE

1 reddit posts
47 mentions

#92

Internet History, Technology, and Security Course
The impact of technology and networks on our lives, culture, and society continues to increase

University of Michigan
Charles Russell Severance

1 reddit posts
30 mentions

#93

Build a Modern Computer from First Principles Course
Nand to Tetris Part II (project-centered course)
In this project-centered course you will build a modern software hierarchy, designed to enable

Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Shimon Schocken

2 reddit posts
34 mentions

#94

Introduction to Classical Music Course
Using a simple and enjoyable teaching style, this course introduces the novice listener to the wonders of

Yale University
Craig Wright

1 reddit posts
32 mentions

#95

Gamification Course
Gamification is the application of game elements and digital game design techniques to non-game

University of Pennsylvania
Kevin Werbach

5 reddit posts
29 mentions

#96

Modern & Contemporary American Poetry (“ModPo”) Course
ModPo is a fast-paced introduction to modern and contemporary U

University of Pennsylvania
Al Filreis

8 reddit posts
29 mentions

#97

Financial Engineering and Risk Management Specialization
Advance Your Knowledge in Financial Engineering

Columbia University

0 reddit posts
35 mentions

#98

Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Review Course
The purpose of this course is to review the material covered in the Fundamentals of Engineering

Georgia Institute of Technology
Dr. Philip Roberts

1 reddit posts
38 mentions

#99

Career Success Specialization
Build Essential Skills for the Workplace

University of California, Irvine
Margaret Meloni, MBA, PMP

0 reddit posts
25 mentions

#100

Advanced Statistics for Data Science Specialization
Familiarize yourself with fundamental concepts in probability and statistics, data analysis and linear

Johns Hopkins University
Brian Caffo, PhD

0 reddit posts
38 mentions