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    Master debate skills for effective argumentation and persuasion. Learn to construct logical arguments, rebut opposing views, and communicate persuasively.

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Thought Experiments: An introduction to philosophy

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Systems Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Political Sciences, Sociology, Psychology, Research, Discussion Facilitation

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Assessment for Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Program Evaluation, Data Mining, Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Data Ethics, Natural Language Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      295 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Koç University

      Etkili Konuşmada Retorik (Rhetoric in Effective Speaking)

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Literacy, World History, Adaptability, Communication, Liberal Arts, Communication Strategies, Creative Thinking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Types of Conflict

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Relationship Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Employee Engagement, Collaboration, Assertiveness, Stress Management, Leadership Studies, Communication Strategies, Problem Solving, Communication, Active Listening

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Negotiation

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Communication, Strategic Planning, Contingency Planning, Active Listening, Collaboration, Planning, Research, Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Lesson | Video Conferencing: Face to Face but Online

      Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, English Language, Telecommuting, Virtual Teams

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Sapienza University of Rome

      Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Research, World History, Art History, Research Methodologies, European History, Culture, Timelines

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      145 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Communicating with the Public

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Media and Communications, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Interviewing Skills, Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Writing, Performing Arts, Liberal Arts

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of London

      Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Liberal Arts, Writing, Investigation, Psychology, European History

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      258 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Lausanne

      Ecologie Politique: défi de la durabilité pour les démocraties

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Systems Thinking, Environment and Resource Management, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Governance, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      209 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Engage and Assess Students with Quizizz

      Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Learning Management Systems, Teaching, Survey Creation, Education Software and Technology, Performance Reporting, Content Performance Analysis, Data Collection, User Accounts

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      كيف تفوز في المحادثات الصعبة| How to Win Tough Conversations

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Tactfulness, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Assertiveness, Composure, Emotional Intelligence

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      124 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular debate courses

    • Thought Experiments: An introduction to philosophy: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Assessment for Learning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Etkili Konuşmada Retorik (Rhetoric in Effective Speaking): Koç University
    • Types of Conflict: University of California, Irvine
    • Negotiation : Arizona State University
    • Lesson | Video Conferencing: Face to Face but Online: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.: Sapienza University of Rome
    • Communicating with the Public: University of California San Diego
    • Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare: University of London
    • Ecologie Politique: défi de la durabilité pour les démocraties: University of Lausanne

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