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    SkillUp

    Get Started with Word Processing Applications: Word

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Document Management, Productivity Software, Computer Literacy, Writing and Editing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    109 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CertNexus

    Address Business Issues with Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Business Priorities, Business Analysis, Case Studies, Stakeholder Management, Project Design, Business, Data Science, Business Process, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Literacy

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Project Network

    أساسيات تحليل البيانات باستخدام بايثون وباندا

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Graphing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Matplotlib, Jupyter, Data Literacy, NumPy, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    中國人文經典導讀

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, Language Learning, Ancient History, Literacy, Liberal Arts, Storytelling, Anthropology, World History, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Water Resources

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Researcher's guide to omic fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Metadata Management, R Programming, Scientific Methods, Data Quality

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Practical Data Science for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Import/Export, Matplotlib, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Science, Regression Analysis, Financial Data, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Data Cleansing, Data Literacy, Pandas (Python Package), Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Visualization, Financial Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Analytics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Lectura crítica: proceso, niveles y herramientas

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Critical Thinking, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Analysis, Learning Strategies, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    51 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Modelling and measuring the Energy Transition

    Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Sustainability Reporting, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Industrial Engineering, Case Studies, Software Development Life Cycle, Accounting, Applied Mathematics, Data Literacy, Scenario Testing, Open Source Technology

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Goodwill Industries International

    The Digital Divide

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Literacy, Disabilities, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Digital Communications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Community Development, Community Outreach, End User Training and Support, Telecommunications, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Access, Requirements Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Introduction to Data Visualization in Qlik Sense

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    46 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Office Productivity Software and Windows Fundamentals  

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Control Panels, Productivity Software, Software Installation, Microsoft Windows, Organizational Skills, Office Procedures, Microsoft Office, Computer Literacy, Operational Efficiency

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    73 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    English and Academic Preparation - Grad Track

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Active Listening, Literacy, Analytical Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language, Learning Strategies, Peer Review, Grammar, Organizational Skills, Communication

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Get Started with Word Processing Applications: Word: SkillUp
  • Address Business Issues with Data Science : CertNexus
  • أساسيات تحليل البيانات باستخدام بايثون وباندا: Coursera Project Network
  • 中國人文經典導讀: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Researcher's guide to omic fundamentals: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Practical Data Science for Data Analysts: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Lectura crítica: proceso, niveles y herramientas: Universidad de los Andes
  • Modelling and measuring the Energy Transition: Politecnico di Milano
  • The Digital Divide: Goodwill Industries International
  • Introduction to Data Visualization in Qlik Sense: Coursera Instructor Network

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