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Research Courses

Research courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, literature review methods, and experimental design. You can build skills in critical thinking, hypothesis testing, and effective communication of findings. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, and Python for data analysis, as well as reference management software such as EndNote or Zotero, which support the organization and presentation of research projects.


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    Eindhoven University of Technology

    Improving your statistical inferences

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Scientific Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Quantitative Research, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Sample Size Determination, Research, R Programming, Data Sharing

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    Yale University

    Narrative Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Economics, Economic Development, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Socioeconomics, Social Studies, Consumer Behaviour, Analysis, Complex Problem Solving

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    EDUCBA

    SEO Foundations: Analyze, Optimize & Grow

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Strategies, Digital Advertising, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Advertising, Brand Strategy, Market Analysis, Goal Setting

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Vocabulary, Climate Change Adaptation, Literacy, English Language, Environment, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Science, Grammar, Emerging Technologies

    4.8
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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Framework for Data Collection and Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Survey Creation, Research Design, Data Quality, Data Analysis, Data Validation, Sampling (Statistics), Data Management, Big Data, Statistical Methods

    4.2
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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Applications in Engineering Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering

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    Packt

    Asking Great Sales Questions

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Development, General Sales Practices, Phone Sales, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Communication Strategies, Marketing Psychology, Drive Engagement, Customer Engagement

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Resilience in Children Exposed to Trauma, Disaster and War: Global Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Child Welfare, Research, Research Methodologies, Family Support, Working With Children, Trauma Care, Child Development, Social Sciences, Human Development, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Case Studies

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    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Foundational Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Critical Thinking

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    University of Manchester

    Industrial Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Sustainable Technologies, Process Engineering, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Biomedical Engineering, Materials science, Scalability

    4.7
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    University of Leeds

    Data Science: Data Storytelling and Presentation Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Technical Communication, Scientific Visualization, Infographics, Data Visualization Software, Technical Writing, Statistical Visualization, Communication, Writing, Generative AI, Responsible AI

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Summary Statistics in Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Visualization, Epidemiology, Quantitative Research, Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Public Health, Sample Size Determination

    4.8
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular research courses

  • Improving your statistical inferences: Eindhoven University of Technology
  • Narrative Economics: Yale University
  • SEO Foundations: Analyze, Optimize & Grow: EDUCBA
  • English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics: University of Pennsylvania
  • Framework for Data Collection and Analysis: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Applications in Engineering Mechanics: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Asking Great Sales Questions: Packt
  • Resilience in Children Exposed to Trauma, Disaster and War: Global Perspectives: University of Minnesota
  • Teach English Now! Foundational Principles: Arizona State University
  • Industrial Biotechnology: University of Manchester

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