general ed

COURSE DESCRIPTION In this course, students learn to recognize and to apply the basic concepts that govern integrated body function (as an intact organism) in the body's nine organ systems. Length: 33 Hours Price: FREE (Add a verified certificate for £36) Provider: Duke University via Coursera...

COURSE DESCRIPTION An introduction to the human body's most fundamental building blocks and their behaviours in health and disease. You will gain a broad understanding of the relationships between normal structure and function in human cells and tissues, both in health and disease. The...

COURSE DESCRIPTION Chemistry and biology are traditionally taught as separate subjects at the high school level, where students memorize fundamental scientific principles that are universally accepted. However, at the university level and in industry, we learn that science is not as simple as we...

COURSE DESCRIPTION This is an introductory course for students with limited background in chemistry; basic concepts involved in chemical reactions, stoichiometry, the periodic table, periodic trends, nomenclature, and chemical problem solving will be emphasized with the goal of preparing...

COURSE DESCRIPTION This is an introductory course for students with limited background in chemistry; basic concepts such as atomic and molecular structure, solutions, phases of matter, and quantitative problem solving will be emphasized with the goal of preparing students for further study in...

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course will cover the topics of a full year, two semester General Chemistry course. The fundamental concepts in the course will be introduced via the Concept Development Approach developed at Rice University. In this approach, we will develop the concepts you need to...

COURSE DESCRIPTION Study physics abroad in Europe -- virtually! Learn the basics of physics on location in Italy, the Netherlands and the UK, by answering some of the discipline's major questions from over the last 2000 years. Length: 8 Weeks Price: FREE Provider: Udacity Subject: Physics...

COURSE DESCRIPTION An introduction to physics in the context of everyday objects. Length: 11 hours of videos and assessments Price: FREE (Add a verified certificate for £36) Provider: University of Virginia via Coursera Subject: English Level: Intermediate Languages: English Instructors...

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course introduces you to subatomic physics, i.e. the physics of nuclei and particles. More specifically, the following questions are addressed: - What are the concepts of particle physics and how are they implemented? - What are the properties of atomic nuclei and how can...

COURSE DESCRIPTION In this course we will seek to “understand Einstein,” especially focusing on the special theory of relativity that Albert Einstein, as a twenty-six year old patent clerk, introduced in his “miracle year” of 1905. Our goal will be to go behind the myth-making and beyond the...

COURSE DESCRIPTION Most of the phenomena in the world around you are, at the fundamental level, based on physics, and much of physics is based on mechanics. Mechanics begins by quantifying motion, and then explaining it in terms of forces, energy and momentum. This allows us to analyse the...

COURSE DESCRIPTION Calculus is one of the grandest achievements of human thought, explaining everything from planetary orbits to the optimal size of a city to the periodicity of a heartbeat. This brisk course covers the core ideas of single-variable Calculus with emphases on conceptual...

COURSE DESCRIPTION In this college level Algebra course, you will learn to apply algebraic reasoning to solve problems effectively. You’ll develop skills in linear and quadratic functions, general polynomial functions, rational functions, and exponential and logarithmic functions. You will also...

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is part of Global Freshman Academy (GFA), which means you can earn transferable ASU credit toward your college degree. Language, and the ability to communicate effectively are critical skills in the global economy. Writing and composition are vital to...

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course teaches scientists to become more effective writers, using practical examples and exercises. Topics include: principles of good writing, tricks for writing faster and with less anxiety, the format of a scientific manuscript, peer review, grant writing, ethical...

COURSE DESCRIPTION The skills taught in this Specialization will empower you to succeed in any college-level course or professional field. You’ll learn to conduct rigorous academic research and to express your ideas clearly in an academic format. In the final Capstone Project, all the knowledge...

COURSE DESCRIPTION Students focus on understanding the demands of different styles of writing, and continue to improve grammatical correctness, vocabulary development, and revision and editing skills. The five-week course includes material on vocabulary, tone, diction, and editing, all in the...

COURSE DESCRIPTION You will gain a foundation for college-level writing valuable for nearly any field. Students will learn how to read carefully, write effective arguments, understand the writing process, engage with others' ideas, cite accurately, and craft powerful prose. Course Learning...

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is designed for non-native English speakers who are interested in developing the skills needed for a career in modern journalism. In this course, you will explore print and digital media through authentic readings and video lectures, while expanding your vocabulary...

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course aims to improve your Business English writing skills by developing your use of vocabulary, grammar, understanding of different business writing genres, and your ability to write professional business documents. Skills learned in this course will be used in the...