Free educational courses offered by the world’s leading universities
CS50: Introduction to Computer Science
What You’ll Learn
- Acquire a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of computer science and programming.
- Develop the ability to think algorithmically and tackle programming challenges efficiently.
- Master essential concepts like abstraction, algorithms, data structures, encapsulation, resource management, security, software engineering, and web development.
- Gain proficiency in multiple programming languages, such as C, Python, SQL, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML.
- Join and interact with a vibrant community of learners from diverse backgrounds and experience levels.
- Create and showcase a final programming project to your peers.
Yale University
The Science of Well-Being
In this course, you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your happiness and foster better habits. Professor Laurie Santos will prepare you for these tasks by debunking common happiness myths and revealing the mental quirks that influence our thoughts. You’ll gain insights from research that can guide you in making positive life changes. By the conclusion of this course, you will be equipped to seamlessly incorporate a particular wellness activity into your daily life.
Rhetoric: The Art of Persuasive Writing and Public Speaking
What You’ll Learn
- When and how to use various rhetorical devices in writing and speaking.
- How to distinguish between an argument and a rhetorical technique.
- How to craft a persuasive opinion editorial and prepare a brief speech.
- How to evaluate the strength of an argument.
- How to identify logical fallacies in arguments.
Harvard University offers a course on Happiness Management.
What will you learn in this course?
- Explore the diverse concepts of happiness and how they manifest in everyday life.
- Understand how your genetics, social relationships, and financial status influence your level of happiness.
- Learn to use knowledge about the mind, body, and social environment to better manage your emotions and behaviors to enhance happiness.
- Build a personal happiness plan that aligns with your own goals and desires.
- Discover how success and achievements can impact your happiness in the short and long term.
- Develop strategies to find happiness in your work and personal life, regardless of your age or life stage.
Introduction to Negotiation: A Strategic Playbook for Becoming a Principled and Persuasive Negotiator
This course is designed to enhance your negotiation skills. Unlike typical negotiation courses, it offers a unique framework to analyze and influence negotiations effectively. You’ll learn how to construct principled arguments that persuade, and uncover the real interests hidden behind apparent conflicts. By the end of this course, you’ll have the skills to predict, comprehend, and sway others’ behaviors in competitive scenarios.
MITx: Introduction to Computer Science and Programming Using Python
This course serves as the initial part of a two-course sequence, including “Introduction to Computer Science and Programming Using Python” and “Introduction to Computational Thinking and Data Science.” Tailored for individuals with no prior background in computer science or programming, these courses aim to develop computational thinking and enable learners to write programs that address real-world problems.
MIT University
MITx: Becoming an Entrepreneur
Are you intrigued by entrepreneurship but unsure where to begin? “Becoming an Entrepreneur,” developed in collaboration with MIT, is designed to guide individuals from all walks of life through the journey of starting a business. With hundreds of thousands of participants, this course has proven to be both engaging and accessible.
This course will inspire you to embark on the entrepreneurial journey and provide you with the necessary tools to tackle the early challenges of establishing a business.
