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    U

    University of Zurich

    Sprachtechnologie in den Digital Humanities

    Skills you'll gain: Extensible Markup Language (XML), Natural Language Processing, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Multilingualism, Unstructured Data, Data Analysis Software, Data Quality, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Machine Learning

    4.8
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Personal Journeys: Identity, Motivation, and Resilience

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Goal Setting, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Smart Goals, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Productivity, Positivity, Lifelong Learning, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Adaptability, Creativity, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Liberal Arts

    4.7
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Photography Basics and Beyond: From Smartphone to DSLR

    Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Photography, Photo Editing, Peer Review, Image Quality, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Digital Design, File Management, Adobe Creative Cloud, Creativity, Storytelling, Digital Publishing, Social Media, Content Creation, Copywriting, Information Privacy, Writing, Web Design and Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Berklee

    Writing and Producing Music in Your Home Studio

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Peer Review, Music Performance, Storytelling, Instrumental Music, Writing and Editing, Editing, Post-Production, Media Production, Writing, Performance Tuning, Creativity, Technology Solutions

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3.2K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Skillshare

    The Art of Film Editing: Foundations of Editing

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Adobe Premiere, Editing, Post-Production, Video Production, Timelines, Animations, Storytelling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Adobe Lightroom Essentials Pt. 1: Editing & Color Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Photography, Adobe Photoshop, Color Theory, Image Quality, Color Matching, Adobe Creative Cloud, Data Import/Export, Editing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Creative Writing: Crafting Personal Essays with Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Honesty, Storytelling, Journals, Editing, Content Creation, Personal Development, Investigation, Self-Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    American History Through Baseball

    Skills you'll gain: Labor Relations, Labor Law, Culture, Social Studies, World History, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Economics, Social Justice, Global Marketing, International Relations, Business Economics, Public History, Demography, Market Opportunities, Political Sciences, Trend Analysis, Governance

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Skillshare

    Adobe Lightroom Essentials Pt. 3: Advanced Edits & Presets

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Adobe Premiere, Image Quality, Color Theory, Editing, Photography

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Princeton University

    Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Tuning, Data Structures, Java Programming, Java, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Algorithms, Animations, Debugging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    The DIY Musician

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Musical Composition, Music, Peer Review, Brand Strategy, Music Theory, Professional Networking, Social Media, Branding, Production Planning, Sustainable Business, Music Performance, Writing and Editing, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Campaign Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Media Production, Instrumental Music

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Berklee

    The Singer Songwriter

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, File Management, Music, Music Performance, Musical Composition, Instrumental Music, Writing and Editing, Self-Awareness, Performing Arts, Media Production, Automation, Editing, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Sprachtechnologie in den Digital Humanities: University of Zurich
  • Personal Journeys: Identity, Motivation, and Resilience: University of Colorado System
  • Photography Basics and Beyond: From Smartphone to DSLR: Michigan State University
  • Writing and Producing Music in Your Home Studio: Berklee
  • The Art of Film Editing: Foundations of Editing: Skillshare
  • Adobe Lightroom Essentials Pt. 1: Editing & Color Basics: Skillshare
  • Creative Writing: Crafting Personal Essays with Impact: Skillshare
  • American History Through Baseball: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Adobe Lightroom Essentials Pt. 3: Advanced Edits & Presets: Skillshare
  • Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose: Princeton University

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