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    Find the Best Biology Course for Your Goals

    • U

      Universiteit Leiden

      The Great Sustainability Transition: Global challenges, Local actions

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Environment, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Science, Systems Thinking, Natural Resource Management, Biology, Energy and Utilities, Community Outreach, Mitigation, Economics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Sustentabilidad: los desafíos desde Latinoamérica

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Socioeconomics, Environmental Issue, Social Justice, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Systems Thinking, Social Sciences, Biology, Community Development, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      103 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Peking University

      遗传学实验

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Laboratory Experience, Molecular Biology, Biology, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Experimentation, Research Design, Life Sciences

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Neuroscience of Personal Excellence

      Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Resilience, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Leadership, Neurology, Human Learning, Psychology, Mental Health, Anatomy, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Arizona

      Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Physics, General Science and Research, Mechanics, Physical Science, European History, Science and Research, World History, Scientific Methods, Biology, Mathematical Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Active Learning in STEM with PhET Interactive Simulations

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Pedagogy, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Feedback, Experimentation, Research, Peer Review, Scientific Methods, Design Strategies, Chemistry, Technical Documentation, Physics, Biology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      130 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      U

      University of Michigan

      Addressing Racial Health Inequity in Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Justice, Community Health, Public Health, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Sciences, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Sociology, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Diversity Awareness, Healthcare Ethics, Cultural Diversity, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Socioeconomics, Cultural Responsiveness, Biology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Nutrition and Weight Management for Fitness Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Patient Education And Counseling, Chronic Diseases, Motivational Interviewing, Health Assessment, Biology, Anatomy, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Biología bucal

      Skills you'll gain: Oral and Dental Care, Oral Health, Dental Care, Pathology, Biochemistry, Anatomy, Microbiology, Preventative Care, Biology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      From Sleep Disorders to Sleep Health

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Diversity Awareness, Health Disparities, Cultural Sensitivity, Health Assessment, Behavioral Health, Respiration, Disabilities, Preventative Care, Human Development, Patient Treatment, Clinical Psychology, Neurology, Child Development, Geriatrics, Pulmonology, Chronic Diseases, Environmental Issue, Patient Evaluation, Biology

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Hacking COVID-19: Metabolic Pathway Analysis Yields SARS-CoV-2 Drug Targets

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Data Mining, Biochemistry, Scientific Visualization, Data Analysis Software, Pharmacology, Microbiology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Population, Food, and Soil

      Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environment, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Land Management, Environmental Issue, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Natural Resource Management, Social Studies, Water Resources, Human Development, Physical Science, Biology, Cultural Diversity, Trend Analysis, Economic Development, Estimation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • The Great Sustainability Transition: Global challenges, Local actions: Universiteit Leiden
    • Sustentabilidad: los desafíos desde Latinoamérica: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • 遗传学实验: Peking University
    • The Neuroscience of Personal Excellence: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy: University of Arizona
    • Active Learning in STEM with PhET Interactive Simulations: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Addressing Racial Health Inequity in Healthcare: University of Michigan
    • Nutrition and Weight Management for Fitness Professionals: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Biología bucal: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • From Sleep Disorders to Sleep Health: University of Michigan

    Why Learn Biology?

    Biology is the study of living organisms, from cells and genetics to ecosystems and evolution. It forms the foundation for careers in healthcare, research, biotechnology, and environmental science. Learning biology helps you explore how life works and builds a deeper understanding of the natural world and your place within it.

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