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Understand child development theories and stages. Learn about the physical, cognitive, and emotional development of children from infancy to adolescence.

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    University of Copenhagen

    The Sustainable Development Goals – A global, transdisciplinary vision for the future

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Research, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Systems Thinking, Climate Change Mitigation, Policy Analysis, Economics, Governance

    4.8
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    4.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, SQL, Descriptive Statistics, Jupyter, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Probability Distribution, Pandas (Python Package), Statistics, Data Visualization, Statistical Methods, Web Scraping, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, Data Import/Export, Data Science, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming

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    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    73K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    HTML, CSS, and Javascript for Web Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Javascript, Ajax, Responsive Web Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Browser Compatibility, Web Design and Development, Web Development, JSON, Web Applications, Scripting, Usability, Cross Platform Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Event-Driven Programming, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    17K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Front-End Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, React Redux, Cloud-Native Computing, Responsive Web Design, NoSQL, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Webpack, Application Development, MongoDB, Agile Methodology, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), React.js, Browser Compatibility, Software Design, HTML and CSS, User Experience Design, Engineering Software

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    7.4K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Game Design and Development with Unity

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Prototyping, 3D Modeling, Software Design Documents, Peer Review, Cross Platform Development, C# (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), 3D Assets, User Experience, Software Design, Storytelling, Software Documentation, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Computer Graphics, Ideation, Multimedia

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    636 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Test Automation, Software Development, DevSecOps, Application Security, CI/CD, Natural Language Processing, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Architecture, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    9.6K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Introduction to Android Mobile Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Development, Android (Operating System), Mobile Development, Gradle, Application Development, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Virtual Environment, Extensible Markup Language (XML), UI Components

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

    IBM & Darden Digital Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Strategy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Competitive Analysis, Cloud Services, Business Transformation, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Big Data, Cloud Platforms, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing, Generative AI, Cloud Development, Responsible AI, Data Science

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    48K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Applied Software Engineering Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Linux Commands, Software Architecture, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Flask (Web Framework), Unit Testing, Software Design, Version Control, File Management, Linux, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design Patterns, Application Deployment, Data Import/Export, Programming Principles, Web Scraping, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    50K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    HRCI

    Learning and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Training and Development, Training Programs, Employee Training, Developing Training Materials, Adult Education, Train The Trainer, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement, Compliance Training, Instructional Design, On-The-Job Training, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Professional Development, Learning Styles

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    777 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Web Design for Everybody: Basics of Web Development & Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Browser Compatibility, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Javascript, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), Verification And Validation, Web Development, Web Design and Development, Interactive Design, Application Frameworks, Usability, Code Review, Event-Driven Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    35K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM AI Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Software Development Life Cycle, Large Language Modeling, Software Architecture, Generative AI, LangChain, ChatGPT, Responsive Web Design, LLM Application, Flask (Web Framework), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Unit Testing, Software Design, Software Development Methodologies, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Engineering Software, Machine Learning, Data Science

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    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    76K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular child development courses

  • The Sustainable Development Goals – A global, transdisciplinary vision for the future: University of Copenhagen
  • Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL: IBM
  • HTML, CSS, and Javascript for Web Developers: Johns Hopkins University
  • IBM Front-End Developer: IBM
  • Game Design and Development with Unity: Michigan State University
  • Generative AI for Software Developers: IBM
  • Introduction to Android Mobile Application Development : Meta
  • IBM & Darden Digital Strategy: University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
  • Applied Software Engineering Fundamentals: IBM
  • Learning and Development: HRCI

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