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Description This first-year University chemistry course explores the basic principles of the chemical bond by studying the properties of solids. Properties such as stiffness, electrical conductivity, thermal expansion, strength, and optical properties are the vehicle by which you can learn a great deal of practical chemistry. You will see how experts use their knowledge of…

Description A supply chain entails two or more parties that are linked together by material, information and money flows. The management of a supply chain attempts to coordinate the activities of the parties so that merchandise is produced and distributed at the right quantities, to the right locations, and at the right time, in order…

Description On a continent once dominated by closed political systems, democratic political institutions have taken root in more than a dozen African countries over the past 20 years. In this course, you’ll learn about this remarkable experiment, and try to better understand both the opportunities and the challenges of democratic governance. We have interviewed more…

Description As public policies become increasingly complex and technical in nature there is a clear need for scientifically informed solutions to major public policy challenges. However, most researchers do not have the training to effectively engage with policymakers. This short course will provide an essential introduction to the policymaking process through the lens of the…

Description How do you design: A boat that doesn’t tip over as it bobs in the water? The suspension system of a car for a smooth ride? Circuits that tune to the correct frequencies in a cell phone? How do you model: The growth of antibiotic resistant bacteria? Gene expression? Online purchasing trends? The answer:…

Description Differential equations are the language of the models we use to describe the world around us. Most phenomena require not a single differential equation, but a system of coupled differential equations. In this course, we will develop the mathematical toolset needed to understand 2×2 systems of first order linear and nonlinear differential equations. We…

Description Differential equations are the mathematical language we use to describe the world around us. Most phenomena can be modeled not by single differential equations, but by systems of interacting differential equations.  These systems may consist of many equations. In this course, we will learn how to use linear algebra to solve systems of more…

Description Every great teacher and every great school constantly works towards creating better learning conditions for students. Just as we hope our students become lifelong learners, we as educators should be constantly learning and improving. This education course is for school leaders of all kinds (from teacher-leaders to principals to superintendents) who are launching innovation…

Description Global Warming Science teaches you about the risks and uncertainties of future climate change by examining the science behind the earth’s climate. You will be able to answer such questions as, “What is the Greenhouse Effect?” and “How and why has earth’s climate changed through geologic history?” This science course is designed for college…

Description Want to learn how individuals and businesses make the decisions that drive our economy – and use those skills to ace the Microeconomics AP® exam? This is the course for you! This economics course is an introduction to basic microeconomic principles. You will learn how individuals make decisions ranging from what type of goods…