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Empowering Yourself in a Post-Truth World
by Dr. Thomas P. Mackey , Kelsey O'Brien , Professor Trudi Jacobson- 0.0
Approx. 8 hours to complete
The post-truth world is a divided and partisan environment in which factual information has been displaced by subjective and biased viewpoints. Facts and expertise no longer matter when isolated communities deny truth and scientific reasoning in favor of whatever information suits their needs or aligns with their beliefs. Course Overview and Welcome...
Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I)
by Melinda Sawyer- 4.8
Approx. 6 hours to complete
In this course, you will be able develop a systems view for patient safety and quality improvement in healthcare. The History of Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Definitions in Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: An Overview Definitions and Intersection of Quality and Safety Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) High Reliability Organizing and Why it Matters...
Standardisation & Technology
by Jan Smits- 4.5
Approx. 8 hours to complete
Welcome to the course standardisation and technology! How are we able to orchestrate something so huge as the internet without technical agreements and protocols, without standards? We take a look at the organisations that develop and maintain these standards and even take a brief glimpse in the future of this ever evolving field!...
Strategy Implementation
by Nicolai Pogrebnyakov- 4.6
Approx. 19 hours to complete
In the 20th century successful implementation leveraged stability and typically proceeded through hierarchy and control. - Detect and mitigate risks to implementation Translating Strategy Into Goals and Metrics Objectives and Measures Samsung and Apple in China, 2013 Cultural Values Associated with Creativity and Innovation Power and Informal Networks. Organizational Power and Its Sources Power and Organizational Politics...
Effective Altruism
by Peter Singer- 4.8
Approx. 12 hours to complete
In this course you will examine this idea's philosophical underpinnings; meet remarkable people who have restructured their lives in accordance with it; and think about how effective altruism can be put into practice in your own life. Religion and Ethics Objections to Utilitarianism and Possible Utilitarian Responses On Advocacy, Different Causes and GiveWell's Impact...
Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity
by Jacob McWilliams , K. Mohrman- 4.8
Approx. 20 hours to complete
In this course, you will explore the history of LGBTQ identities, experiences, and activism. We’ll study major events in global LGBTQ history, investigate local histories of queer and transgender people and communities, and consider how LGBTQ histories have helped shape broader conversations about civil rights, equality, and justice. Identities and Their Intersections...
Effective Business Presentations with Powerpoint
by Alex Mannella- 4.6
Approx. 11 hours to complete
You'll learn how to structure a presentation, to include insights and supporting data. You'll also learn some design principles for effective visuals and slides. Step 1 - Know your audience and Step 2 - Know your purpose Course Overview and Syllabus Case Study and Materials Outlining and Wireframing Cultural Considerations in Communication...
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Literacy Teaching and Learning: Aims, Approaches and Pedagogies
by Dr William Cope , Dr Mary Kalantzis- 4.3
Approx. 16 hours to complete
This course opens with an exploration of the social context and aims of literacy teaching and learning. It goes on to describe a range of historical and contemporary approaches to literacy pedagogy, including didactic, authentic, functional, and critical approaches. Theory and Practice of Literacies Learning and Teaching 3 Experiential and Conceptual Learning...
Ecosystem Services: a Method for Sustainable Development
by Martin Schlaepfer , Anthony Lehmann , Juliet Jane Fall- 4.7
Approx. 18 hours to complete
Ecosystem services are a way of thinking about – and evaluating – the goods and services provided by nature that contribute to the well-being of humans. This MOOC will cover scientific (technical), economic, and socio-political dimensions of the concept through a mix of theory, case-studies, interviews with specialists and a serious-game. 7 Indigenous and local communities cultural values (feat....
Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Learners and Learning
by Associate Professor George Oduro , Professor John MacBeath- 4.6
Approx. 12 hours to complete
The Foundations of Teaching for Learning programme is for anyone who is teaching, or who would like to teach, in any subject and any context - be it at school, at home or in the workplace. 3: Boys and girls Grading and Logistics 1: Self confidence and self esteem 3: Differentiating learning and teaching...