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University of Michigan
Reimagining Educational Innovation
Reimagining Educational Innovation introduces local change agents to collaborative, continuous improvement – a locally grounded approach to innovation that empowers teachers, leaders, families, and community members to advance new ambitions for educational access, quality, and equity. Learners disrupt common conceptions of educational innovation as the exclusive province of policy, academic, and market actors, and explore how collaborative, continuous improvement empowers local innovators to address local educational opportunities, needs, and problems. Participate in a “virtual world tour” of collaborative, continuous improvement as enacted in diverse national contexts by teachers, family and community members, and school and system leaders, with guidance from leading researchers and support partners. Throughout, learners work systematically to construct a new, inclusive image of educational innovation in their local contexts anchored in norms of mutual respect, relational trust, and collective empowerment.
Pearson
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 2
Designed for professionals eager to enhance their expertise in safeguarding data within cloud environments, this course provides a deep dive into the lifecycle and security of cloud data. Through engaging lessons, you'll gain the knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage and protect data across its entire lifecycle, ensuring compliance and security in today's digital landscape.
Harvard Business Review
Gain Alignment to Achieve Results
Delegating and negotiating are crucial leadership activities, but can be extremely challenging. Success requires smart decisions and ensuring alignment with the other people involved. In this course, you’ll discover how to make good decisions to support effective delegation and negotiation, techniques for communicating thoughtfully, and how to avoid pitfalls to ensure you achieve.
University of Colorado Boulder
Optical Efficiency and Resolution
This course can also be taken for academic credit as ECEA 5601, part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Electrical Engineering degree. Optical instruments are how we see the world, from corrective eyewear to medical endoscopes to cell phone cameras to orbiting telescopes. This course will teach you how to design such optical systems with simple mathematical and graphical techniques. The first order optical system design covered in the previous course is useful for the initial design of an optical imaging system but does not predict the energy and resolution of the system. This course discusses the propagation of intensity for Gaussian beams and incoherent sources. It also introduces the mathematical background required to design an optical system with the required field of view and resolution. You will also learn how to analyze these characteristics of your optical system using an industry-standard design tool, OpticStudio by Zemax.
University of Rochester
History of Rock, Part Two
This course, part 2 of a 2-course sequence, examines the history of rock, primarily as it unfolded in the United States, from the early 1970s to the early 1990s. This course covers the music of Led Zeppelin, the Allman Brothers, Carole King, Bob Marley, the Sex Pistols, Donna Summer, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Prince, Metallica, Run-DMC, and Nirvana, and many more artists, with an emphasis both on cultural context and on the music itself. We will also explore how developments in the music business and in technology helped shape the ways in which styles developed. Emerging out of the experimental and ambitious years of late-60s psychedelia, rock splintered into a variety of styles in the 1970s as the music business continued to expand. By the end of the decade, punk and disco had challenged the excesses of the hippie aesthetic, as rock became more commercially streamlined and radio friendly. The emergence and rise of MTV transformed pop music and propelled the careers of Michael jackson and Madonna, while heavy metal and hip hop dominated the late 1980s. Nirvana leads alt-rock's return to simplicity in the early 1990s.
University of California San Diego
Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Abstraction, Methods, and Lists
How do gamers cause things to happen when they hit buttons on their controller? How does the computer keep track of gamer's scores? This class teaches the concepts of nested loops, events, and variables. For each concept, we'll start by helping you connect real-world experiences you are already familiar with to the programming concept you are about to learn. Next, through a cognitively scaffolded process we'll engage you in developing your fluency with problem solving with nested loops, events, and variables in a way that keeps frustration at a minimum. Along the way you will learn about the common challenges or "bugs" students have with these concepts as well as ways to help them find and fix those concepts. You'll also be guided in running classroom discussions to help students develop deeper understanding of these concepts. Finally, you'll learn how to develop low-frustration learning experiences for learning programming via Parsons' Problems., Additionally, you will create an email to either a counselor, administrator or parent organization to help them understand the value of all students taking computer science.
University of Colorado Boulder
Understanding the Campaign Components
Welcome to "Understanding Campaign Components", the second course of the specialization, Strategic Communication Campaigns. In this course, you will learn how to design and develop a strategic communication campaign from start to finish. You will learn how to identify a brand's communication problem and create a solution by using strategic communication methods. You will then create your very own communication campaign, by employing tactics that take a brand's target audience, reputation, and available resources into consideration. In the third week you will put all the campaign components together, from conducting research to measuring assigned key performance indicators, which allow you to implement a holistic strategy that works for the given situation. In the final week, we will talk about how to monitor your campaign after implementation in order to create long-term success for your brand or organization and you will submit your final campaign plan for peers to review. This course could benefit anyone who needs to reach an audience with intentional messaging, and can increase your skillset in the areas of marketing, advertising or public relations.
Packt
Governance and Risk Management Concepts
Dive into the world of IT risk management with a structured approach to mastering the concepts that drive effective governance. Begin your journey by exploring the fundamentals of IT risk management, including how to align risk management strategies with overall business objectives. You’ll get acquainted with essential tools like the RACI chart, which helps define roles and responsibilities within your organization, ensuring that risk management is integrated seamlessly into your business processes. Next, delve into the critical influence of organizational structure and culture on the risk management framework. Learn about the various roles and responsibilities in risk management, and understand how a balanced risk culture can drive better decision-making and outcomes. You’ll explore the importance of clear communication in risk management and discover strategies for fostering a positive risk culture that supports organizational growth and resilience. The course then focuses on the practical aspects of developing and implementing risk management policies and standards. You will learn how to identify and evaluate opportunities for risk management across different business processes, ensuring alignment between IT risk strategies and broader business goals. Additionally, the module covers the creation of risk profiles and discusses how to determine risk appetite and capacity while adhering to legal and regulatory requirements. This comprehensive guide will leave you with the expertise to implement robust risk management practices that protect and empower your organization. This course is designed for IT professionals, risk managers, and business leaders who are responsible for implementing risk management strategies within their organizations. A basic understanding of business processes and IT systems is recommended to fully grasp the course material.
Coursera
Entiende el usuario típico en Facebook
Al final de este proyecto guiado, podrás dirigirte efectivamente a tu grupo objetivo y anunciar tu negocio en Facebook. El objetivo de este proyecto consiste en familiarizarte con los intereses de los usuarios en Facebook para que puedas ajustar tu estrategia de Marketing en Facebook de manera correspondiente. La meta del marketing en las redes sociales es encontrar métodos creativos para atraer la atención de su grupo objetivo en las redes sociales, muchas veces con un presupuesto de marketing mínimo. Hoy crearas una página de negocio en Facebook. Luego aprenderás a acceder a Facebook Insights. Vamos a analizar estadísticas para luego crear un perfil de nuestro cliente ideal que te servirá como plantilla para futuros proyectos.
Howard University
Capstone: Design Thinking for IS in Business
In this course, learners will be introduced to the capstone project and learn how to integrate the design thinking process in business problem solving. In addition, learners will develop a prototype and get feedback from peers.
Princeton University
Global Systemic Risk
What is globalization and how does it work? How can we understand the process as a whole? How are the parts of the world linked? What are the risks of living in a world where “no one is in charge”? This course introduces students to systems thinking, network theory, and risk analysis and uses these tools to better understand the process of globalization. Focusing on trade, finance, and epidemiology, it analyzes potential challenges to the current global order. The course will be of interest to those studying global affairs, system dynamics, and world governance. It offers a set of heuristics that students can use to analyze contemporary global challenges. Linking the recording of Abbey Road to the COVID-19 pandemic provides new insights into the apparently chaotic world around us. Complex systems form the backbone of our increasingly interconnected and interdependent society. What were once more localized economies, supply chains, and social-ecological systems are now rapidly globalizing, and interacting with one another across countless spatial and temporal scales as technologies expand at ever greater velocities. These tightly coupled systems deliver greater efficiency and prosperity, but at the cost of greater fragility and the threat of catastrophic failure. This “global systemic risk” has implications in all functional domains affecting our daily lives—from the global financial system to healthcare, to critical infrastructure networks. Organized with 7-10 minute classes grouped together into longer modules, the course will have a linear “core” curriculum presented at the introductory level, with the potential for optional offshoots that give learners a more in-depth look into certain areas with more technical content.
Peking University
C程序设计进阶
如果说学习过《计算导论与C语言基础》，你已经迈入了C语言的殿堂，那么《C程序设计进阶》将帮助你更上一层楼，理解“结构化程序设计的基本思想”，掌握“C程序设计的基本技巧”，养成“良好的编程习惯和编程风格”，编写出“真正具有生命力的计算机程序”。完成这门课的学习，你将能解释C程序设计语言的基本概念与知识，并且使用C语言编写计算机程序解决生活工作中的实际问题。
University of Michigan
Programmation pour tous (mise en route de Python)
Ce cours vise à enseigner à tous les bases de la programmation informatique en Python. Nous couvrons les bases pour construire un programme à partir d’une série d’instructions simples en Python. Le cours ne suppose aucune condition préalable et repose sur le b.a.-ba des mathématiques. Toute personne avec une expérience informatique modérée devrait être capable de maîtriser le contenu de ce cours. Ce cours couvrira les chapitres 1 à 5 du manuel « Python pour tous ». Lorsqu’un étudiant aura terminé ce cours, il sera en mesure de suivre des cours de programmation plus avancés. Ce cours couvre le Python 3.
Packt
Minimal APIs in ASP.NET 9
In today’s fast-paced software ecosystem, building efficient and scalable APIs is vital for delivering modern web applications. Minimal APIs in ASP.NET 9 equips developers with the skills to design and implement high-performance API solutions using the latest .NET 9 framework. This course provides hands-on guidance to help learners understand API fundamentals, optimize code efficiency, and integrate essential backend components. By mastering these skills, you’ll be able to create reliable, scalable APIs that meet enterprise-grade performance standards. What sets this course apart is its exclusive focus on Minimal APIs in .NET 9. Combining theoretical insights with practical demonstrations, it bridges the gap between academic understanding and real-world implementation. The course is ideal for intermediate-level developers with prior experience in C# and .NET who want to expand their expertise in modern API development. A foundational grasp of web technologies and object-oriented programming is recommended.
Packt
Introduction to Azure Security and Identity Access
This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Unlock the full potential of Microsoft Azure security by mastering identity and access management. You'll learn how to safeguard user credentials, configure robust authentication protocols, and implement modern identity governance practices. The course begins with foundational insights into the AZ-500 exam objectives and quickly transitions into securing users and groups in Azure AD. You’ll work through real-world scenarios, learning to protect external identities, implement MFA, and manage access policies. Next, you'll explore Microsoft Entra’s cutting-edge capabilities such as Verified ID and Permissions Management. The lessons also dive into advanced topics like Conditional Access, Single Sign-On, custom role creation, and application proxy configurations. This course is ideal for aspiring cloud security engineers, IT administrators, and Azure professionals aiming to boost their security expertise. A basic understanding of Azure and Active Directory is recommended. The course is best suited for learners at the intermediate level.
Coursera
Manage Leads with HubSpot
Transform your lead management process from scattered and chaotic to structured and effective. This intermediate course is for marketing professionals, sales development representatives, and business owners who have a foundational understanding of the sales funnel but are now ready to master the engine that drives it: the CRM. Using HubSpot as a practical model, you will learn principles that apply across any major CRM, including Salesforce and Zoho. This course dives straight into the essential, real-world task of managing lead data. You will learn to identify the best CRM platform for your marketing needs and, more importantly, how to structure the data within it. Through hands-on, scenario-based learning, you’ll master the art of assigning critical data points, such as lifecycle stage, lead source, and ownership. By the end, you won't just know CRM terminology; you'll be able to prepare and categorize any new list of leads, ensuring a smooth, trackable handoff from marketing to sales and setting the stage for measurable ROI.