This course seeks to turn learners into informed consumers of social science research. It introduces concepts, standards, and principles of social science research to the interested non-expert. Learners who complete the course will be able to assess evidence and critically evaluate claims about important social phenomena. It reviews the origins and development of social … [Read more...] about Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1
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Comparative Health Systems
This course uses comparative analysis of health care systems to gain a better understanding of health care systems in several high-income, middle-income and low-income countries. One focus of analysis in this course will therefore be to develop a better knowledge of these health care systems. A second focus will be to use to this analysis to gain a better understanding of the … [Read more...] about Comparative Health Systems
Economic Growth and Distributive Justice Part I – The Role of the State
If you really care about the big questions in the economies and societies of the 21st century, such as distributive justice - namely, inequality of income or wealth, and its correlation with economic growth - this course is meant for you. The knowledge you will gain can truly change your outlook on our world. "Economic Growth and Distributive Justice - the Role of the State" is … [Read more...] about Economic Growth and Distributive Justice Part I – The Role of the State
Uncommon Sense Teaching: Part 2, Building Community and Habits of Learning
In Part 2 of Uncommon Sense Teaching: Building Community and Habits of Learning, you will explore the following areas more deeply—helping you to connect with the latest insights into research and have fun while you are doing it! • The hidden strengths of neurodiversity: Dyslexia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism, and other syndromes that relate to learning … [Read more...] about Uncommon Sense Teaching: Part 2, Building Community and Habits of Learning
New Approaches to Countering Terror: Countering Violent Extremism
The “New Approaches to Countering Terror: Countering Violent Extremism†course offered by the National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START), is a multi-week interactive course designed to help students explore both pragmatic and philosophical challenges that continue to shape the evolution of Countering Violent Extremism (CVE), a global … [Read more...] about New Approaches to Countering Terror: Countering Violent Extremism