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#1

Statistical Mechanics Course
Algorithms and Computations
In this course you will learn a whole lot of modern physics (classical and quantum) from basic computer

École normale supérieure
Werner Krauth

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12 mentions

#2

Understanding Einstein Course
The Special Theory of Relativity
In this course we will seek to “understand Einstein,” especially focusing on the special theory of

Stanford University
Larry Randles Lagerstrom

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14 mentions

#3

Data-driven Astronomy Course
Science is undergoing a data explosion, and astronomy is leading the way

The University of Sydney
Tara Murphy

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14 mentions

#4

Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life Course
Learn about the origin and evolution of life and the search for life beyond the Earth

The University of Edinburgh
Charles Cockell

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20 mentions

#5

The Science of the Solar System Course
Learn about the science behind the current exploration of the solar system in this free class

Caltech
Mike Brown

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4 mentions

#6

From the Big Bang to Dark Energy Course
We have learned a lot recently about how the Universe evolved in 13

The University of Tokyo
Hitoshi Murayama

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8 mentions

#7

Spacecraft Dynamics and Control Specialization
Explore a Career in Spacecraft Attitude Analysis

University of Colorado Boulder
Hanspeter Schaub

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12 mentions

#8

Imagining Other Earths Course
Are we alone? This course introduces core concepts in astronomy, biology, and planetary science that enable

Princeton University
David Spergel

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#9

Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life Course
The Origins course tracks the origin of all things – from the Big Bang to the origin of the Solar

University of Copenhagen
Henning Haack

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4 mentions

#10

How Things Work Course
An Introduction to Physics
An introduction to physics in the context of everyday objects

University of Virginia
Louis A. Bloomfield

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11 mentions

#11

Astronomy Course
Exploring Time and Space
This course is designed for anyone who is interested in learning more about modern astronomy

University of Arizona
Chris Impey

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8 mentions

#12

Mechanics Course
Motion, Forces, Energy and Gravity, from Particles to Planets
Most of the phenomena in the world around you are, at the fundamental level,

UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
Prof. Joe Wolfe

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3 mentions

#13

Introduction into General Theory of Relativity Course
General Theory of Relativity or the theory of relativistic gravitation is the one most famous branch of

HSE University
Emil Akhmedov

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3 mentions

#14

Emergent Phenomena in Science and Everyday Life Course
Before the advent of quantum mechanics in the early 20th century, most scientists believed that

University of California, Irvine
Michael Dennin

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3 mentions

#15

Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico Course
Origens da vida no contexto cósmico é um curso desenvolvido no Instituto de Astronomia, Geofísica e

Universidade de São Paulo
Rodrigo de Souza

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#16

The Evolving Universe Course
This is an introductory astronomy survey class that covers our understanding of the physical universe and its major

Caltech
S. George Djorgovski

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1 mentions

#17

Quantum Optics 1 Course
Single Photons
This course gives you access to basic tools and concepts to understand research articles and books on modern

École Polytechnique
Alain Aspect

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#18

Kinematics Course
Describing the Motions of Spacecraft
The movement of bodies in space (like spacecraft, satellites, and space stations) must be

University of Colorado Boulder
Hanspeter Schaub

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2 mentions

#19

Big History - From the Big Bang until Today Course
Welcome to this Big History course

University of Amsterdam
Esther Quaedackers

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1 mentions

#20

Kinetics Course
Studying Spacecraft Motion
As they tumble through space, objects like spacecraft move in dynamical ways

University of Colorado Boulder
Hanspeter Schaub

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1 mentions

#21

Control of Nonlinear Spacecraft Attitude Motion Course
This course trains you in the skills needed to program specific orientation and achieve precise

University of Colorado Boulder
Hanspeter Schaub

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1 mentions

#22

AstroTech Course
The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery
"How do they know that?" Modern astronomy has made some astonishing discoveries - how stars burn

The University of Edinburgh
Andy Lawrence

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3 mentions

#23

Mécanique de Newton Course
Ces quelques leçons de mécanique de Newton font partie d'un cours de formation de base

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Jean-Philippe Ansermet

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#24

Astrobiology Course
Exploring Other Worlds
How are astronomers approaching their search for life in the universe? What have we learned from the surge

University of Arizona
Chris Impey

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0 mentions

#25

Confronting The Big Questions Course
Highlights of Modern Astronomy
An introduction to modern astronomy's most important questions

University of Rochester
Adam Frank

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2 mentions

#26

Quantum Optics 2 - Two photons and more Course
"Quantum Optics 1, Single photons", allowed learners to be introduced to the basic principles of light

École Polytechnique
Alain Aspect

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1 mentions

#27

Preparing for the AP Physics 1 Exam Course
This course is designed for high school students preparing to take the AP* Physics 1 Exam

University of Houston
Dr. Paige K. Evans

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2 mentions

#28

Particle Physics Course
an Introduction
This course introduces you to subatomic physics, i

University of Geneva
Martin Pohl

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4 mentions

#29

Archaeoastronomy Course
Archaeoastronomy is the “science of stars and stones”

Politecnico di Milano
Giulio Magli

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2 mentions

#30

Physics 101 - Forces and Kinematics Course
This course serves as an introduction to the physics of force and motion

Rice University
Jason Hafner

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2 mentions

#31

Astro 101 Course
Black Holes
What is a black hole? Do they really exist? How do they form? How are they related to stars? What would

University of Alberta
Sharon Morsink

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3 mentions

#32

Introduction to Mechanics Specialization
Understand the Physics of Mechanics and Motion

Rice University
Jason Hafner

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3 mentions