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      University of Pennsylvania

      Greek and Roman Mythology

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Storytelling, Art History, Liberal Arts, World History, Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Introductory Human Physiology

      Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Anatomy, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Nephrology, Urology, Kinesiology, Vital Signs, Neurology, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Gynecology

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università Bocconi

      Food & Beverage Management

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Hospitality Management, Restaurant Management, Product Quality (QA/QC), Global Marketing, Market Dynamics, Business Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Innovation, Brand Management, Growth Strategies

      4.8
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), ChatGPT, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Prompt Engineering, Governance, Automation, Business Transformation, Applied Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Natural Language Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      19K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Excel Basics for Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Spreadsheet Software, Data Wrangling, Data Quality, Pivot Tables And Charts, Google Sheets, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Information Privacy

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Lifelong Learning, Time Management, Human Learning, Willingness To Learn, Productivity, Creativity, Problem Solving, Self-Discipline, Stress Management, Self-Awareness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      92K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to Data Analysis using Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Mining

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us

      Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Respiration, Pulmonology, Health Assessment, Cardiology, Systems Of Measurement, Neurology, Patient Evaluation, Anatomy, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Front-End Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Version Control, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Responsive Web Design, Data Structures, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), React.js, Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Algorithms, Web Development Tools

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Business Analytics with Excel: Elementary to Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Modeling, Operations Research, Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Business Modeling, Resource Allocation, Statistical Analysis, Process Optimization, Financial Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Transportation Operations, Linear Algebra

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Introduction to Philosophy

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Studies, Research, Science and Research, Psychology, Scientific Methods, Policy Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9.6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Introduction to Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Apache Hadoop, Data Wrangling, Apache Hive, Data Collection, Data Mart, Data Warehousing, Analytics, Apache Spark, Data Cleansing, Data Lakes, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Visualization Software

      4.8
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      19K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Greek and Roman Mythology: University of Pennsylvania
    • Introductory Human Physiology: Duke University
    • Food & Beverage Management: Università Bocconi
    • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI): IBM
    • Excel Basics for Data Analysis: IBM
    • Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects: Deep Teaching Solutions
    • Introduction to Data Analysis using Microsoft Excel: Coursera Project Network
    • Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us: University of Pennsylvania
    • Meta Front-End Developer: Meta
    • Business Analytics with Excel: Elementary to Advanced: Johns Hopkins University

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    Free courses offer an accessible way to explore new topics, build skills, and learn from top institutions—without financial commitment. They can help you discover interests, gain practical knowledge, and take the first step toward larger learning goals. Whether you're starting fresh or advancing existing skills, free learning options give you the freedom to grow on your terms.

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    Coursera offers thousands of free courses across topics like data science, business, health, computer science, personal development, and more. While you can explore lectures and course content at no cost, some features—like assessments and certificates—may require payment.‎

    Yes, but certificates are typically not included in the free version of a course. To earn a certificate, you’ll usually need to pay for the course or apply financial aid if available. You can still learn all the material for free through audit mode.‎

    To start a course for free, choose the “Audit the course” or “Enroll for free” option during sign-up. This lets you access video lectures and some assignments without payment. Look for courses labeled as “Free” or those that offer a free audit option.‎

    Auditing a course gives you free access to the learning materials, like videos and reading content. Paying for a course unlocks graded assignments, assessments, and a certificate upon completion—which may be useful for showcasing your skills or professional development.‎

    Yes, many free courses are taught by instructors from top institutions like Stanford, Yale, University of Pennsylvania, and companies like IBM. These courses offer an accessible way to learn from leading educators and professionals around the world.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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