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These are the top 100 Social Sciences courses found from analyzing all discussions on Reddit that mention any Coursera course.

#1
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
#2
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
#3
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
#4
Methods and Statistics in Social Sciences Specialization
Critically Analyze Research and Results Using R
University of Amsterdam
Matthijs Rooduijn
0 reddit posts
44 mentions
#5
Academic English Specialization
Writing
Transform Your Writing Skills
University of California, Irvine
Tamy Chapman
0 reddit posts
29 mentions
#6
Moral Foundations of Politics Course
When do governments deserve our allegiance, and when should they be denied it? This course explores the main
Yale University
Ian Shapiro
0 reddit posts
19 mentions
#7
An Introduction to American Law Course
This course will give you a glimpse into six different areas of American law: Tort Law, Contract Law,
University of Pennsylvania
Anita Allen
0 reddit posts
13 mentions
#8
Social and Economic Networks Course
Models and Analysis
Learn how to model social and economic networks and their impact on human behavior
Stanford University
Matthew O. Jackson
0 reddit posts
12 mentions
#9
Terrorism and Counterterrorism Course
Comparing Theory and Practice
Terrorism has arguably been one of the defining factors of our age
Universiteit Leiden
Edwin Bakker
1 reddit posts
7 mentions
#10
Introduction to English Common Law Course
The common law of England and Wales is one of the major global legal traditions
University of London
Charlotte Crilly
1 reddit posts
10 mentions
#11
Understanding Europe Course
Why It Matters and What It Can Offer You
Regardless of where you live, the European Union not only affects your life, but may also transform it
HEC Paris
Alberto Alemanno
2 reddit posts
5 mentions
#12
Microeconomics Course
The Power of Markets
We make economics decisions every day: what to buy, whether to work or play, what to study
University of Pennsylvania
Rebecca Stein
0 reddit posts
4 mentions
#13
Game Theory II Course
Advanced Applications
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
7 mentions
#14
Sports and Society Course
Sports play a giant role in contemporary society worldwide
Duke University
Orin Starn
1 reddit posts
4 mentions
#15
Constitutional Struggles in the Muslim World Course
Learn what motivates the restive Muslim youth from Tunis to Tehran, what political positions Islamists
University of Copenhagen
Dr. Ebrahim Afsah
0 reddit posts
4 mentions
#16
The Social Context of Mental Health and Illness Course
Learn how social factors promote mental health, influence the onset and course of mental illness, and
University of Toronto
Charmaine Williams
0 reddit posts
7 mentions
#17
Introduction to Environmental Law and Policy Course
Environmental law may be the one institution standing between us and planetary
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Donald Hornstein
1 reddit posts
2 mentions
#18
Introduction to International Criminal Law Course
-- About the Course -- From the Nuremberg trial to the case against Saddam Hussein, from the
Case Western Reserve University
Michael Scharf
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#19
Copyright for Educators & Librarians Course
Fear and uncertainty about copyright law often plagues educators and sometimes prevents creative teaching
Duke University
Kevin Smith, M.L.S., J.D.
0 reddit posts
4 mentions
#20
Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World Course
The Global Diplomacy course is a unique offering to the MOOC environment
University of London
Dr J. Simon Rofe, SOAS, University of London
0 reddit posts
5 mentions
#21
Making Sense of the News Course
News Literacy Lessons for Digital Citizens
Never before has the need for News Literacy been more urgent
The University of Hong Kong
Masato Kajimoto
0 reddit posts
5 mentions
#22
Soul Beliefs Course
Causes and Consequences - Unit 1: Historical Foundations
Throughout history, the vast majority of people around the globe have believed they
Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Prof. Daniel M. Ogilvie
2 reddit posts
2 mentions
#23
ADHD Course
Everyday Strategies for Elementary Students
This course will provide an overview of ADHD diagnosis and treatment
University at Buffalo
Greg Fabiano
0 reddit posts
4 mentions
#24
A Law Student's Toolkit Course
Whether you are an advanced law student looking to review the basics, or an aspiring law student looking for
Yale University
Ian Ayres
1 reddit posts
6 mentions
#25
Critical Thinking Skills for University Success Course
In this course, you will learn how to develop your Critical Thinking Skills to help you achieve success
The University of Sydney
Katherine Olston
0 reddit posts
6 mentions
#26
Introduction to Key Constitutional Concepts and Supreme Court Cases Course
This course offers an introduction to the U
University of Pennsylvania
Professor Kermit Roosevelt, III
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#27
The Global Financial Crisis Course
Former U
Yale University
Andrew Metrick
0 reddit posts
4 mentions
#28
Институциональная экономика (Institutional economics) Course
Этот курс – первый шаг к пониманию институтов и их роли в экономике и обществе, первый взгляд на богатую идеями и
HSE University
Maria Yudkevich
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#29
Teaching EFL/ESL Reading Course
A Task Based Approach
This course explores ways of teaching reading skills in English as Second and Foreign Language (ESL/EFL) using a task-based approach
University of London
Dr Amos Paran
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#30
Time to Reorganize! Understand Organizations, Act, and Build a Meaningful World. Course
We are in constant relationship with many organizations
HEC Paris
Rodolphe Durand
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#31
Jewish Diaspora in Modern China Course
Jewish Diaspora in China is a unique experience for world Jewry, as China is the only country in Far East
Nanjing University
Xin Xu
1 reddit posts
0 mentions
#32
Understanding Korean Politics Course
This course will select six most outstanding issues in contemporary Korean politics and will engage in an
Yonsei University
Chung-in Moon
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#33
Foundations of Teaching for Learning Course
Planning for Teaching and Learning
The Foundations of Teaching for Learning programme is for anyone who is teaching, or who would like
Commonwealth Education Trust
Dr Judy Halbert
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#34
Paradoxes of War Course
The Paradoxes of War teaches us to understand that war is not only a normal part of human existence, but is
Princeton University
Miguel A. Centeno
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#35
Teaching Character and Creating Positive Classrooms Course
Positive psychology meets K-12 pedagogy
Relay Graduate School of Education
Dave Levin
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#36
Introduction to Neuroeconomics Course
How the Brain Makes Decisions
Economics, psychology, and neuroscience are converging today into a unified discipline of Neuroeconomics with the
HSE University
Vasily Klucharev
1 reddit posts
0 mentions
#37
Political Economy of Institutions and Development Course
This course is part of the SDG initiative addressing the UN Sustainable
Universiteit Leiden
Richard Thomas Griffiths
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#38
Politics and Economics of International Energy Course
Energy issues have always been important in international relations, but in recent years may have become even more
Sciences Po
Giacomo Luciani
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#39
America's Unwritten Constitution Course
An introduction to basic techniques of constitutional interpretation
Yale University
Akhil Reed Amar
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#40
Corruption Course
You can't understand the world today if you don't understand corruption
University of Pennsylvania
Philip Nichols
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#41
Internet Giants Course
The Law and Economics of Media Platforms
This seven-week course will explore the relationship between law and technology with a strong focus on
The University of Chicago
Randal C. Picker
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#42
ELL Success in the Content Classroom Specialization
Teacher Toolbox Series
Engage ELL Students for Success in Your Content Classroom
Arizona State University
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#43
Understanding economic policymaking Course
This is the first of the three courses part of the Globalization, Economic Growth and Stability
IE Business School
Gayle Allard
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#44
Powerful Tools for Teaching and Learning Course
Digital Storytelling
Powerful Tools for Teaching and Learning: Digital Storytelling introduces educators to digital
University of Houston
Bernard R Robin
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#45
Introduction to Communication Science Course
Since Antiquity, scholars have appreciated the importance of communication: as social beings, we cannot
University of Amsterdam
Rutger de Graaf
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#46
America's Written Constitution Course
An introduction to the main themes of the American Constitution—popular sovereignty, separation of powers,
Yale University
Akhil Reed Amar
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#47
Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law – Individual Rights and Liberties Course
Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law: Individual Rights and Liberties will highlight the
University of California, Irvine
Erwin Chemerinsky
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#48
Security & Safety Challenges in a Globalized World Course
Security and safety challenges rank among the most pressing issues of modern times
Universiteit Leiden
Bibi van den Berg
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#49
Journalism Skills for Engaged Citizens Course
This is a course in basic journalism skills, designed for the many people who are now taking
The University of Melbourne
Dr. Denis Muller
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#50
Social Computing Course
People are social creatures and the modern Internet reflects that
University of California San Diego
Scott Klemmer
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#51
Public Health in Humanitarian Crises 1 Course
This course, Public Health in Humanitarian Crises 1, introduces discussions about the public health
Johns Hopkins University
Gilbert Burnham, MD
1 reddit posts
0 mentions
#52
Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law - The Structure of Government Course
This course will highlight the construction and interpretation of the U
University of California, Irvine
Erwin Chemerinsky
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#53
Aprender Course
¿Quieres conocer tus recursos y niveles de desempeño relacionadas con tu proceso de
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Guadalupe Vadillo
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#54
The Korean Economic Development Course
You will review the evolution of the Korean economy decade by decade since Korea’s independence from Japan in
Yonsei University
Doo Won Lee
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#55
Introduction to Economic Theories Course
Wondering why economists have not predicted serious financial crises? Shocked by economic
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Irene van Staveren
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#56
International Law in Action Course
A Guide to the International Courts and Tribunals in The Hague
International Law in Action explains the functions of each international court and tribunal present in The
Universiteit Leiden
Larissa van den Herik
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#57
Agriculture, Economics and Nature Course
Sound economic thinking is crucial for farmers because they depend on good economic decision
University of Western Australia
Professor David Pannell, BSc(Agric), BEc, PhD
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#58
Introduction to the Orbital Perspective Course
The goals of this course are to develop the student’s critical thinking skills, global awareness, and ability to work as an integral part of
University of Arizona
Ron Garan
1 reddit posts
0 mentions
#59
Gender, Family, and Social Change in Contemporary South Korea Course
This course examines the transformation of Korean society beginning around the turn of the 20th century to
Yonsei University
Hyun Mee Kim
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#60
Microeconomics Course
When Markets Fail
Perfect markets achieve efficiency: maximizing total surplus generated
University of Pennsylvania
Rebecca Stein
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#61
Les transitions énergétique & écologique dans les pays du Sud Course
L’Agence Française de Développement et l’ENS lancent la quatrième édition du MOOC « Transitions
École normale supérieure
Gaël Giraud
1 reddit posts
0 mentions
#62
The City and You Course
Find Your Best Place
Welcome to The City and You: Find Your Best Place
University of Toronto
Richard Florida
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#63
Unraveling the Cycling City Course
Obscured by its apparent simplicity, cycling is a complex phenomenon
University of Amsterdam
Anna Nikolaeva
0 reddit posts
5 mentions
#64
Learning to Teach Online Course
Are you an educator? Have you ever wanted to understand more about how to design
UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
Associate Professor Simon McIntyre
1 reddit posts
2 mentions
#65
Public Economics Course
This course offers an introduction into the public economics theory
HSE University
Leonid Polishchuk
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#66
Economic Growth and Distributive Justice Part II - Maximize Social Wellbeing Course
If you really care about the big questions in the economies and societies of the 21st century, such as
Tel Aviv University
Professor Yoram Y. Margalioth
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#67
Critical Issues in Urban Education Course
Urban school reform in the United States is characterized by contentious, politicized debate
The University of Chicago
Sara Ray Stoelinga
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#68
Political Governance and Public Policy in Russia Course
The course is designed to study the features of the political structure of modern Russia
Saint Petersburg State University
Kirill A. Neverov
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#69
Cities are back in town Course
urban sociology for a globalizing urban world
Urbanization is reaching a new peak in the contemporary world with the rise of mega cities
Sciences Po
Patrick Le Galès
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#70
Smart Cities – Management of Smart Urban Infrastructures Course
Learn about Smart Cities within the context of management of urban infrastructures
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Matthias Finger
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#71
Classical Sociological Theory Course
This Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) will offer the participants an introduction into the most
University of Amsterdam
Bart van Heerikhuizen
0 reddit posts
10 mentions
#72
Understanding child development Course
from synapse to society
In this course, we dive into the topic of child development
Utrecht University
dr. Jorg Huijding
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#73
Genre Course
quels enjeux ? Violences, globalisation, biomédecine, sexualités.
Ce cours propose une introduction au champ interdisciplinaire des études sur le genre, qui depuis 40 ans
University of Geneva
Delphine Gardey
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#74
Understanding International Relations Theory Course
The course is for: • Those who are interested in international relations • For students in International
HSE University
Timofei Bordachev
0 reddit posts
4 mentions
#75
EU policy and implementation Course
making Europe work!
People have become more critical of EU policy and often seem to prefer local policy solutions in response to
Universiteit Leiden
Bernard Steunenberg
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#76
Instructional Design Foundations and Applications Course
This course, Instructional Design Foundations, introduces learners to the conceptual
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Eunjung Grace Oh
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#77
American Contract Law II Course
Course description: Contracts I & II provides a comprehensive overview of contract law in the United States
Yale University
Ian Ayres
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#78
American Contract Law I Course
American Contract Law I (along with its sister course Contracts II) provides a comprehensive overview of
Yale University
Ian Ayres
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#79
Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World Course
One of the most significant changes in the world in the past 30 years is the
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
David Zweig
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#80
Becoming a Sports Agent Course
An immersive experience in the world of sports that will take students through the four stages
Case Western Reserve University
Peter A. Carfagna
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#81
From Freedom Rides to Ferguson Course
Narratives of Nonviolence in the American Civil Rights Movement
The Modern Civil Rights Movement is a significant landmark in United States history
Emory University
Bernard LaFayette, Jr.
0 reddit posts
4 mentions
#82
Chinese Politics Part 1 – China and Political Science Course
This course offers a conceptual framework for understanding China that
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
David Zweig
0 reddit posts
8 mentions
#83
International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice Course
“International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice” is the first MOOC of the Kalshoven-Gieskes Forum on International Humanitarian Law,
Universiteit Leiden
Robert Heinsch
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#84
Qualitative Research Methods Course
In this course you will be introduced to the basic ideas behind the qualitative research in social
University of Amsterdam
Gerben Moerman
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#85
Microeconomics Principles Course
Most people make the incorrect assumption that economics is ONLY the study of money
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Dr. José J. Vázquez-Cognet
1 reddit posts
45 mentions
#86
Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications Course
This course, Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications, is one of the two
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Wenhao David Huang
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#87
Global Diplomacy Course
the United Nations in the World
The course offers a well-researched and broad-ranging primer to the United Nations system
University of London
Dr Dan Plesch, SOAS University of London
0 reddit posts
5 mentions
#88
Fundamentos de la escritura Course
La redacción de un texto, cualquiera que este sea, implica conocer y dominar las reglas y estrategias
Tecnológico de Monterrey
Dra. Xitlally Rivero Romero
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#89
Cómo hacer una tesis Course
Con este curso, ofrecido por la UNAM, el participante en proceso de titulación o que
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Felipe de la O López
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#90
Social Norms, Social Change I Course
This is a course on social norms, the rules that glue societies together
University of Pennsylvania
Cristina Bicchieri
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#91
The Changing Global Order Course
How are international power relations changing and how can global peace and stability be maintained? This
Universiteit Leiden
Madeleine Hosli
0 reddit posts
2 mentions
#92
Health, Housing, and Educational Services Course
Course 5 discusses policies in four areas: housing, education, healthcare, and immigration, with an optional
Columbia University
John Robertson
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#93
International Security Management Course
In this MOOC you will learn about the colorful and diverse international security landscape, and
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Gabriele Jacobs
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#94
Aprendiendo a Aprender Course
Con el propósito de desarrollar habilidades y herramientas mentales que favorecen el aprendizaje, Aprendiendo
IE Business School
Teresa Martin-Retortillo Rubio
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#95
Trade, Immigration and Exchange Rates in a Globalized World Course
This is the second of the three courses part of the Globalization, Economic Growth and Stability
IE Business School
Gayle Allard
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#96
Virtual Teacher Specialization
Virtual Teacher Specialization
University of California, Irvine
0 reddit posts
3 mentions
#97
Supporting children with difficulties in reading and writing Course
This course is for teachers to learn why some children have so much difficulty with reading and writing, often called 'dyslexia', and to
University of London
Dr Jenny Thomson
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#98
Foundations of Teaching for Learning Course
Being a Teacher
The Foundations of Teaching for Learning programme is for anyone who is teaching, or who would like
Commonwealth Education Trust
Professor Dennis Francis
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#99
Understanding Violence Course
We are so pleased to have you join us as we investigate this crucial topic
Emory University
Deb Houry, MD, MPH
0 reddit posts
1 mentions
#100
Discussing Politics and Debates Teach-Out Course
This Teach-Out serves a guide to help you better for understand the 2020 United States presidential
University of Michigan
Teach-Out Experts
0 reddit posts
1 mentions