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      University of Michigan

      Using Python to Access Web Data

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, JSON, Network Protocols, Web Services, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Import/Export, TCP/IP, Python Programming, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Software Installation

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      American Museum of Natural History

      Ecology: Ecosystem Dynamics and Conservation

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Systems Thinking, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Life Sciences, Environmental Management Systems, Social Studies, Mathematical Modeling, Scientific Methods

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      The Addicted Brain

      Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Pharmaceuticals, Human Learning, Social Sciences, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Mental Health, Public Policies, Vulnerability, Behavior Management, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Patient Treatment, Clinical Trials, Risk Analysis

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      University of Toronto

      Managing Your Health: The Role of Physical Therapy and Exercise

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Therapy, Injury Prevention, Preventative Care, Health Care, Patient Education and Support, Risk Management, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

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    • Using Python to Access Web Data: University of Michigan
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