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    University of California, Irvine

    Types of Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Mediation, Teamwork, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Employee Engagement, Assertiveness, Problem Solving, Active Listening, Communication, Decision Making

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Think Critically: Deductive Reasoning and Mental Models

    Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Cognitive flexibility, Logical Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Open Mindset, Systems Thinking, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Self-Awareness

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Negociación y Resolución de Conflictos

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Self-Awareness, Creative Problem-Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    111 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Cómo resolver problemas y tomar decisiones con eficacia

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Analytical Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Case Studies, Creative Problem-Solving, Root Cause Analysis, Business Risk Management, Dealing With Ambiguity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    3.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Critical thinking: reasoned decision making

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, Research, Constructive Feedback, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    105 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, European History, World History, Anthropology, Political Sciences, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    760 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Cultures et pédagogies

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Education and Training, Teaching, Higher Education, Cultural Responsiveness, Human Learning, Cultural Diversity, Sustainable Development, Intercultural Competence, Social Justice, Culture, Student-Centred Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    45 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Breastfeeding: Public Health Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Maternal Health, Health Promotion, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health, Health Equity, Nutrition Education, Community Health, Health Policy, Patient Education And Counseling, Diversity Awareness, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Educational Materials, Environmental Issue

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Utrecht University

    Contemporary Palestinian History

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Research, Diplomacy, Case Studies, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Timelines, Governance

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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Lausanne

    Ecologie Politique: défi de la durabilité pour les démocraties

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Social Studies, Sustainable Development, Public Policies, European History, Governance, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    210 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    The Beginner’s Guide to Business Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Influencing, Communication, Relationship Building, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Rapport Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Collaboration, Personal Attributes, Active Listening, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Se former à l'égalité

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Diversity Training, Social Justice, Pedagogy, Diversity Awareness, Teaching, Sociology, Higher Education, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Training Programs, Workplace inclusivity, Research, Cultural Diversity, Student-Centred Learning, Emotional Intelligence

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Types of Conflict: University of California, Irvine
  • Think Critically: Deductive Reasoning and Mental Models: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Negociación y Resolución de Conflictos: Universidad de Palermo
  • Cómo resolver problemas y tomar decisiones con eficacia: University of California, Irvine
  • Critical thinking: reasoned decision making: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors: University of Pennsylvania
  • Cultures et pédagogies: University of Geneva
  • Breastfeeding: Public Health Perspectives: University of Michigan
  • Contemporary Palestinian History: Utrecht University
  • Ecologie Politique: défi de la durabilité pour les démocraties: University of Lausanne

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