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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      La salud vegetal. Plagas y enfermedades en plantas

      Skills you'll gain: Pathology, Microbiology, Food and Beverage, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology, Environmental Science, Taxonomy, Molecular Biology

      4.9
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Primate Conservation

      Skills you'll gain: Taxonomy, Risk Analysis, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Community Outreach, Biology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Emory University

      Extinctions: Past, Present, & Future

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Anthropology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Ancient History, Life Sciences, Biology, World History, Physical Science, Mitigation, Taxonomy, Public History

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Frozen in the Ice: Exploring the Arctic

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Environment, Geographic Information Systems, Physical Science, Environmental Monitoring, Water Resources, Environmental Science, International Relations, Physics, Biology, Science and Research, Research, Chemistry

      4.8
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Hacking COVID-19 — Course 1: Identifying a Deadly Pathogen

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Biology, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Life Sciences

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Redes Ecológicas

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Graph Theory, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Environmental Science, Data Science, Biology

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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Biologia do Sono e Saúde Humana

      Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Preventative Care, Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Health Care, Human Development, Mental and Behavioral Health, General Medicine, Neurology, Biology, Pulmonology, Chronic Diseases, General Science and Research

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Changing Status and Perception of Animals

      Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Behavioral Health, Research, Biology, Mental Health, Psychology, Healthcare Ethics, Sociology, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Immersify

      Foundations of Human Anatomy and Physiology

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Biology, Vital Signs, Life Sciences, Respiration, Health Assessment, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Building an Ecosystem model with Insight Maker

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Analysis, Data Sharing, Interactive Data Visualization, Environment, Biology, Storytelling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      162 reviews

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      University of Michigan

      Sleep Deprivation: Habits, Solutions, and Strategies Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Self-Awareness, Willingness To Learn, Time Management, Stress Management, Lifelong Learning, Mental Health, Cultural Responsiveness, Behavioral Health, Biology, Health Assessment, Public Health, Psychology, Chronic Diseases, Science and Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Emory University

      The Psychology of Thrill Seekers

      Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Self-Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Emotional Intelligence, Human Development, Behavior Management, Psychology, Relationship Building, Biology, Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      99 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • La salud vegetal. Plagas y enfermedades en plantas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Primate Conservation: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Extinctions: Past, Present, & Future: Emory University
    • Frozen in the Ice: Exploring the Arctic: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 1: Identifying a Deadly Pathogen: University of California San Diego
    • Redes Ecológicas: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Biologia do Sono e Saúde Humana: Universidade de São Paulo
    • The Changing Status and Perception of Animals: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Foundations of Human Anatomy and Physiology: Immersify
    • Building an Ecosystem model with Insight Maker: Coursera Project Network

    Why Learn Biology?

    Biology is the study of living organisms, from cells and genetics to ecosystems and evolution. It forms the foundation for careers in healthcare, research, biotechnology, and environmental science. Learning biology helps you explore how life works and builds a deeper understanding of the natural world and your place within it.

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