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Cognitive Science Courses

Cognitive Science courses can help you learn about human perception, language processing, decision-making, and neural networks. You can build skills in critical thinking, data analysis, and experimental design, which are vital for understanding how the mind works. Many courses introduce tools like Python for data analysis, statistical software for research, and simulation programs to model cognitive processes, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.


Popular Cognitive Science Courses and Certifications


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    Google

    Prepare Data for Exploration

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Data Security, Google Sheets, Databases, Data Storage, Data Quality, Data Management, Data Collection, SQL, Data Import/Export, Metadata Management, Unstructured Data

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    23K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Meta React Native

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Version Control, User Research, Usability Testing, Unix Commands, Restful API, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, SQL, User Interface (UI), User Experience, Mobile Development, Design Research, React.js, Web Development Tools, Javascript

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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Analysis, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    524 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Video Game Development, Game Design, Programming Principles, Animation and Game Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Problem Solving, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Software Engineering, Python Programming, Algorithms, Pseudocode, Data Structures, Application Design, Debugging, Problem Management, Computer Science, Functional Testing

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    233 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Share Data Through the Art of Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Tableau Software, Presentations, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Stakeholder Engagement

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

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    IBM

    IBM Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Autoencoders, Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Generative AI, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Dimensionality Reduction, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Cleansing, Deep Learning, Data Science, Machine Learning, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Data Visualization with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Plotly, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Pandas (Python Package), Scatter Plots, Histogram, Heat Maps, Box Plots, Jupyter, Python Programming, Data Manipulation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Developing AI Applications on Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Deployment, Microsoft Azure, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Science, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Application Programming Interface (API)

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    978 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Context Management, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Introducción a la programación en Python I: Aprendiendo a programar con Python

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Python Programming, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Algorithms

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    4.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java, Algorithms, Java Programming, Program Development, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis, Software Design, Computer Programming, Data Import/Export, Integrated Development Environments, File I/O, Data Processing, Software Documentation, Data Manipulation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), API Design, Data Analysis, Software Testing, Problem Solving

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Build a Full Website using WordPress

    Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Web Development, Blogs, Social Media, Content Management, Marketing, Design, Computer Science

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cognitive science courses

  • Prepare Data for Exploration: Google
  • Meta React Native: Meta
  • Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games: University of Alberta
  • Share Data Through the Art of Visualization: Google
  • IBM Machine Learning: IBM
  • Data Visualization with Python: IBM
  • Developing AI Applications on Azure: LearnQuest
  • Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics: IBM
  • Introducción a la programación en Python I: Aprendiendo a programar con Python: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

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