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Understanding Research Methods
by Dr J. Simon Rofe, SOAS, University of London , Dr Yenn Lee- 4.6
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Approx. 6 hours to complete
This MOOC is about demystifying research and research methods. It will outline the fundamentals of doing research, aimed primarily, but not exclusively, at the postgraduate level. The course will appeal to those of you who require an understanding of research approaches and skills, and importantly an ability to deploy them in your studies or in your professional lives....
Oil & Gas Industry Operations and Markets
by Lincoln Pratson- 4.8
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Approx. 8 hours to complete
The oil and gas industry has an enormous impact on all aspects of daily life. Individuals, corporations, and national governments make financial and policy decisions based on the cost, use, and availability of these two natural resources. In the operations module, the course provides an overview of the production of oil and gas, from initial exploration to final transport....
How Things Work: An Introduction to Physics
by Louis A. BloomfieldTop Instructor- 4.8
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Approx. 14 hours to complete
An introduction to physics in the context of everyday objects. Course Introduction Introduction to How Things Work Suggested Readings Translations Preliminary Assessment Skating Skating Introduction Why Does a Motionless Skater Tend to Remain Motionless? Why Does a Moving Skater Tend to Continue Moving? How Can We Describe the Fluid, Effortless Motion of a Coasting Skater?...
Greening the Economy: Sustainable Cities
by Dr. Kes McCormick , Prof. Lena Neij , Prof. James Evans , Prof. Harriet Bulkeley- 4.7
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Approx. 7 hours to complete
How can we shape our urban development towards sustainable and prosperous futures? This course explores sustainable cities as engines for greening the economy in Europe and around the world. We place cities in the context of sustainable urban transformation and climate change. We connect the key trends of urbanization, decarbonisation and sustainability....
Introduction to Chemistry: Reactions and Ratios
by Prof. Dorian A. Canelas- 4.7
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Approx. 18 hours to complete
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 students for further study in chemistry as needed for many science, health, and policy professions....
Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life
by Charles Cockell- 4.8
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Approx. 11 hours to complete
Learn about the origin and evolution of life and the search for life beyond the Earth. Life and Its Origins Welcome Introduction History of Astrobiology What is Life? Life on Earth Structure of Life: Building Blocks Structure of LIfe: Cells Origins of Life: Building Blocks Origins of Life: Location Origins of Life: Alternative Chemistries...
Quantitative Methods
by Annemarie Zand Scholten- 4.7
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Approx. 30 hours to complete
Discover the principles of solid scientific methods in the behavioral and social sciences. Join us and learn to separate sloppy science from solid research! This course will cover the fundamental principles of science, some history and philosophy of science, research designs, measurement, sampling and ethics. We will use examples from sociology, political sciences, educational sciences, communication sciences and psychology....
Global Environmental Management
by Henrik Bregnhøj , Steffen Foss Hansen- 4.7
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Approx. 11 hours to complete
Learn about the best environmental technologies for a sustainable development and how they are managed in various settings around the world. This course gives you an opportunity to learn about global trends that influence our environment and the living conditions and how different management systems and approaches that are used around the world to manage the environment....
Urban Nature: Connecting Cities, Nature and Innovation
by Prof. Harriet Bulkeley , Dr. Kes McCormick , Dr. Bernadett Kiss , Prof. Christine Wamsler , Dr. Yuliya Voytenko Palgan , Dr. Helen Toxopeus- 4.7
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Approx. 13 hours to complete
How can we work with nature to design and build our cities? This course explores urban nature and nature-based solutions in cities in Europe and around the world. We connect together the key themes of cities, nature, sustainability and innovation. We discuss how to assess what nature-based solutions can achieve in cities....
Municipal Solid Waste Management in Developing Countries
by Dr. Christian Zurbrügg , Imanol Zabaleta , Félix Schmidt- 4.8
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Approx. 22 hours to complete
Have you come across large piles of garbage in neighbourhoods and streets and smelly waste disposal sites polluting the environment of low- and middle-income countries? Do you want to know what kind of sustainable solutions are appropriate to better manage waste and enhance recycling and recovery? If yes, this course is for you!...
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