The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

     

Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health (Coursera)

https://www.coursera.org/learn/epidemiology

Often called “the cornerstone” of public health, epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of diseases, health conditions, or events among populations and the application of that study to control health problems. By applying the concepts learned in this course to current public health problems and issues, students will understand the practice of epidemiology as it relates to real life and makes for a better appreciation of public health programs and policies. This course ex

Fundamentals of Rehearsing Music Ensembles (Coursera)

https://www.coursera.org/learn/music-ensembles

Learn and practice the basic principles of running an effective music ensemble rehearsal. Techniques and strategies are applicable to a variety of ensembles, including bands, orchestras, choirs, and chamber groups.

Infection Prevention in Nursing Homes (Coursera)

https://www.coursera.org/learn/infection-prevention

Learn about the role of environment in disease transmission and how to implement standard and transmission-based precautions to prevent the spread of antibiotic resistant bacteria and other infections in your facility.

Introduction to Environmental Law and Policy (Coursera)

https://www.coursera.org/learn/environmental-law

Environmental law may be the one institution standing between us and planetary exhaustion. It is also an institution that needs to be reconciled with human liberty and economic aspirations. This course considers these issues and provides a tour though existing legal regimes governing pollution, water law, endangered species, toxic substances, environmental impact analyses, and environmental risk. Note: The Environmental Law & Policy Course will close for new learner enrollment on February 22, 2

Psychology of Popularity (Coursera)

https://www.coursera.org/learn/popularity

The level of popularity you experienced in childhood and adolescence is still affecting you today in ways that you may not even realize. Learn about how psychologists study popularity and how these same concepts can be used in adulthood to be more successful at work, become better parents, and have a happier life.

Reasoning Across the Disciplines (Coursera)

https://www.coursera.org/learn/critical-reasoning

Critical reasoning skills are a key success factor for students entering their first year of college. They must be able to think logically and form arguments. This course, designed with incoming college freshmen in mind but open to anyone, provides an essential grounding in critical reasoning skills. Faculty from multiple disciplines at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill offer guidance on applying critical thinking skills in the context of specific disciplines. By developing these s

Research Data Management and Sharing (Coursera)

https://www.coursera.org/learn/data-management

This course will provide learners with an introduction to research data management and sharing. After completing this course, learners will understand the diversity of data and their management needs across the research data lifecycle, be able to identify the components of good data management plans, and be familiar with best practices for working with data including the organization, documentation, and storage and security of data. Learners will also understand the impetus and importance of arc

The American South: Its Stories, Music, and Art (Coursera)

https://www.coursera.org/learn/the-south

From small farms to urban neighborhoods, from the region itself to the more distant worlds of the southern diaspora, we discover the stories, music, and art of the American South.

What’s Your Big Idea? (Coursera)

https://www.coursera.org/learn/big-ideas

Whether your interest lies in solving the world’s biggest problems, creating the next commercial success or addressing something closer to home, this course will give you a toolbox to vet your ideas and test them in the real world.