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      The University of Melbourne

      Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Oncology, Environment, Biology, Medical Science and Research, Laboratory Research

      4.8
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      829 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      مهارة مخاطبة الجمهور | Public Speaking Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Composure, Communication Strategies

      4.7
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      160 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Leeds

      Decision Making - How to Choose the Right Problem to Solve

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Peer Review, Decision Making, Personal Development, Brainstorming, Risk Analysis, Critical Thinking, Persuasive Communication, Estimation, Analysis, Professional Development, Planning, Prioritization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      莊子─人情 (Zhuangzi─Between People)

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Culture, Social Skills, Lifelong Learning, Cognitive flexibility, Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness, Adaptability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Dealing With Ambiguity, Open Mindset

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      46 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, European History

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      742 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law - The Structure of Government

      Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Legal Research, Political Sciences, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Policies, Governance, International Relations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Genre : quels enjeux ? Violences, globalisation, biomédecine, sexualités.

      Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, World History, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Research, Science and Research, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      359 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Cultures et pédagogies

      Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Environmental Issue, Education and Training, Teaching, Cultural Sensitivity, Higher Education, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Human Learning, Child Development, Student-Centred Learning, Social Justice, Community Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Presentations, Tactfulness, Cognitive flexibility, Interpersonal Communications, Storytelling, Social Skills, Adaptability, Ingenuity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      75 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Sales Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Presentations, Negotiation, Data Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Ingenuity, Optimism, Enthusiasm, Creativity, Problem Solving, Resilience

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Anthropology, Biology, World History, Physics, Cultural Diversity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      201 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Negotiation Strategies and Styles

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Leadership Studies, Communication, Decision Making, Business Relationship Management, Complex Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression: The University of Melbourne
    • مهارة مخاطبة الجمهور | Public Speaking Skills: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Decision Making - How to Choose the Right Problem to Solve: University of Leeds
    • 莊子─人情 (Zhuangzi─Between People): National Taiwan University
    • Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors: University of Pennsylvania
    • Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law - The Structure of Government: University of California, Irvine
    • Genre : quels enjeux ? Violences, globalisation, biomédecine, sexualités.: University of Geneva
    • Cultures et pédagogies: University of Geneva
    • Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters: University of Michigan
    • Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion: University of Michigan

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