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Research Courses

Research courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, literature review methods, and experimental design. You can build skills in critical thinking, hypothesis testing, and effective communication of findings. Many courses introduce tools like SPSS, R, and Python for data analysis, as well as reference management software such as EndNote or Zotero, which support the organization and presentation of research projects.


Popular Research Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Davis

    Spanish Vocabulary Project

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Spanish Language, Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Culture, Writing and Editing, Vocabulary, Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    172 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to UX Design MasterTrack Certificate Program

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, User Experience Design, Design Research, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Human Centered Design, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Architecture

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    42 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Web Design: Wireframes to Prototypes

    Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Mockups, Responsive Web Design, Web Design, User Experience Design, Prototyping, Web Language, Graphic and Visual Design, HTML and CSS, Design Reviews, Typography

    4.9
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    906 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northwestern University

    The Importance of Listening

    Skills you'll gain: Real Time Data, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Big Data, Crisis Management, Analytics, Content Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Text Mining, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Brand Strategy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    Career Options: Exploring a New Career

    Skills you'll gain: Planning, Professional Networking, Business Research, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Market Research, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Market Analysis, Decision Making, Creativity, Trend Analysis

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    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Fitting Statistical Models to Data with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Software, Model Evaluation, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Statistical Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Jupyter, Logistic Regression, Python Programming, Data Visualization Software

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    714 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for UX Designers

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Wireframing, User Research, Responsible AI, User Centered Design, AI Product Strategy, Usability, Adobe XD, Usability Testing, Generative AI, Figma (Design Software), Design Thinking, Prototyping, User Interface (UI) Design, Persona Development

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Mindfulness in Integrative Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Mindfulness, Contraindication, Pain Management, Patient Referral, Clinical Assessment, Patient-centered Care, Patient Communication, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Critical Thinking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    230 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Infographics, Peer Review, Communication, Storytelling, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Concision, Diagram Design, Trustworthiness, Planning, Organizational Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    453 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    New York University

    MOST from a Conceptual Perspective

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Experimentation, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research Ethics, Scientific Methods, Program Evaluation, Statistical Methods, Sample Size Determination, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Data Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Confronting Gender Based Violence: Global Lessons for Healthcare Workers

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care, Clinical Assessment, Primary Care, Psychosocial Assessments, Maternal Health, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Patient-centered Care, Behavioral Health, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Gynecology, Community Health, Health Technology, Cultural Diversity, Health Policy, Safety and Security

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    279 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Computer Vision Fundamentals with Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Classification Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    547 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Spanish Vocabulary Project: University of California, Davis
  • Introduction to UX Design MasterTrack Certificate Program: University of Minnesota
  • Web Design: Wireframes to Prototypes: California Institute of the Arts
  • The Importance of Listening: Northwestern University
  • Career Options: Exploring a New Career: Kennesaw State University
  • Fitting Statistical Models to Data with Python: University of Michigan
  • GenAI for UX Designers: Coursera
  • Mindfulness in Integrative Healthcare: University of Minnesota
  • Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides: University of Washington
  • MOST from a Conceptual Perspective: New York University

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