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12 JAN 2016: We have added more than 300 free classes to our course catalog (see below). These classes are offered free by top universities and e-learning websites, and many start in the next few weeks. To browse course details or add classes to your VU desk, log in or create a free account and start learning today!

Agriculture Courses

The Horse Course: Intro to Basic Care & Management

Chicken Behaviour and Welfare

Our Hungry Planet: Agriculture, People and Food Security

Art Courses

Elements of Drawing

Art & Activity: Interactive Strategies for Engaging With Art

Business & Finance Courses

The Power of Macroeconomics

The Power of Microeconomics

Managing My Investments

Introduction to Marketing

Marketing in a Digital World

Introduction to Financial Accounting

Introduction to Corporate Finance

Developing Innovative Ideas for New Companies

Innovation for Entrepreneurs: From Idea to Marketplace

Personal & Family Financial Planning

New Venture Finance: Startup Funding for Entrepreneurs

Fundamentals of Management

International Business II - Negocios Internacionales II

Work Smarter, Not Harder

Managing Fashion and Luxury Companies

Essentials of Entrepreneurship: Thinking & Action

Finance for Non-Financial People

The American Dream for the Next Generation

Scaling Operations: Linking Strategy and Execution

Introduction to Operations Management

Communication in the 21st Century Workplace

Créer et développer une startup technologique

An Introduction to Credit Risk Management

Foundations of Business Strategy

Project Management: The Basics for Success

How to Succeed at: Interviews

Business and its Environment

User Innovation: A Path to Entrepreneurship

Contract Management: Building Relationships in Business

How to Launch a Successful Startup

Entrepreneurship Through the Lens of Venture Capital

Computer Programming Courses

Bioinformatic Methods I

Web Application Architectures

Programming Mobile Applications for Android Handheld Systems: Part 1

Algorithms: Design and Analysis (Part 2)

Principles of Reactive Programming

Machine Learning

Java

Computational Neuroscience

Intro to Interactive Programming in Python (II)

Introduction to TypeScript

Intro to Interactive Programming in Python (I)

Building Cloud Apps Microsoft Azure – Part 1

Programming for Everybody (Python)

Exploratory Data Analysis

Android: Introducción a la Programación

Software Testing

Developing Data Products

Scalable Machine Learning

Windows PowerShell Fundamentals

Querying Transact-SQL

Fundamental Algorithms

Case Study: RNA-Seq Data Analysis

Case Study: Variant Discovery and Genotyping

Case Study: ChIP-Seq Data Analysis

Case Study: DNA Methylation Data Analysis

Sabermetrics 101: Introduction to Baseball Analytics

Big Data: Measuring and Predicting Human Behaviour

HTML 5 Step by Step

Responsive Web Design Fundamentals

Questionnaire Design for Social Surveys

Javascript for Beginners

AJAX Programming

Introduction to mySQL Database

Computer Science Courses

Facebook 101

Job Search and Networking

Two Speed IT: How Companies Can Surf the Digital Wave

Cybersecurity and Its Ten Domains

Computer Basics

Cloud Computing Concepts (Part 2)

Text Retrieval and Search Engines

The Data Scientist’s Toolbox

How to Build a Computer

Nanotechnology and Nanosensors

Data Visualization

Process Mining: Data Science in Action

Fundamentals of Digital Image and Video Processing

Computer Networking 101

Instructional Design for Mobile Learning

Operating Systems

Reproducible Research

Introduction to Office 365 APIs

Online Graphics (Computer Science 184)

Buscar en Internet

Internet History, Technology, and Security

Windows 8: Getting Started

Introduction to Computer Science

Introduction to Big Data Apache Spark

History of Information (Cognitive Science C103)

Fundamentos de Comunicaciones Opticas

Understanding Wireless: Tech, Economics and Policy

Excel

Email 101

How to Use Gmail

R Programming

Practical Machine Learning

Getting and Cleaning Data

Think. Create. Code.

Introduction to Relational Databases

Internet Safety

Intro to Computer Programming

Education Courses

Foundations of Teaching: Being a Professional

Design and Development of Games for Learning

Instructional Design for Mobile Learning

Advanced Instructional Strategies in the Virtual Classroom

Preparing for the AP Physics 2 Exam – Part 4

Preparing for the AP Environ. Science Exam Part 4

Tecnologías Para la Educación

Preparing for the AP Biology Exam – Part 5

Preparing for the AP* Computer Science A Exam (Part 1)

Learning How to Learn

Enhancing Teacher Education Through OER

Dyslexia and Foreign Language Teaching

English Courses

Conversational English Skills

Understanding IELTS: Techniques for English Language Tests

ESL/EFL Courses

Engineering Courses

Applications in Engineering Mechanics

Advanced Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Three Dimensional (3D) Motion

Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion

Introducción a la Ingeniería del Helicóptero

The Engineering of Structures Around Us

Introduction to Engineering and Engineering Mathematics

Geography Courses

Maps and the Geospatial Revolution

The Search for Vernacular Architecture of Asia (Part 1)

Health & Wellness Courses

Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us

Introductory Human Physiology

Ebola: Essential Knowledge for Health Professionals

Epidemics, Pandemics and Outbreaks

Comprendre la Respiration

Biomedical Imaging

Ebola: An Evolving Epidemic

Diabetes - A Global Challenge

The Ethics of Eating

An Introduction to Population Health

Career 911: Your Future Job in Medicine and Healthcare

eHealth – Opportunities and Challenges

The Immune System: New Developments in Research (Part 1)

Medicine in the Digital Age

Health Assessment

Medicine in the Digital Age

Genes and the Human Condition

Inside Cancer: How Genes Influence Cancer Development

Ebola in Context: Understanding Transmission, Response and Control

Global Blindness: Planning and Managing Eye Care Services

Heart Health: a Beginner's Guide to Cardiovascular Disease

Improving Your Image: Dental Photography in Practice

Liver Disease: Looking After Your Liver

Autism and Related Disorders

Epidemics in Western Society Since 1600

Dysphagia: Swallowing Difficulties and Medicines

Caring for Vulnerable Children

Patient Safety and Medical Errors

Fundamentals of Epidemiology I

Fundamentals of Epidemiology II

The Body Matters

History of Public Health

Child Health and Development

Understanding Drugs and Addiction

History Courses

Greek and Roman Mythology

American Capitalism: A History

Magic in the Middle Ages

Objects That Define America

Intro to Ancient Greek History

World War 1: A History in 100 Stories

The Holocaust: an Introduction - Part 1

Roman Architecture

Lips and Teeth: Korea and China in Modern Times

The Holocaust: an Introduction - Part 2

World War 1: Trauma and Memory

World War 1: Changing Faces of Heroism

Foreign Language Courses

Introduction to Dutch

Miracles of Human Language: An Intro to Linguistics

Chinese for Beginners

Understanding Language: Learning and Teaching

Law Courses

Forensic Science and Criminal Justice

Introduction to International Criminal Law

International Law

Literature Courses

Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Twain

The Divine Comedy: Dante's Journey to Freedom, Part 2 (Purgatorio)

Math Courses

Early Math for Pre-Schoolers

Basic Math - 1st Grade U.S.

Basic Math - 2nd Grade U.S.

Basic Math - 3rd Grade U.S.

Basic Math - 4th Grade U.S.

Basic Math - 5th Grade U.S.

Basic Math - 6th Grade U.S.

Basic Math - 7th Grade U.S.

Basic Math - 8th Grade U.S.

Calculus Two: Sequences and Series

Discrete Time Signals and Systems, Frequency Domain

Combinatorial Mathematics

Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1

Regression Models

Statistical Inference

Bases Matemáticas: Derivadas

From Nand to Tetris (Part I)

I Love Stats: Learning to Love Statistics

Analytic Combinatorics

Linear Differential Equations

Media Courses

The Rise of Superheroes & Their Impact on Pop Culture

Making Sense of News

Music Courses

Philosophy Courses

Introduction to Philosophy

Revolutionary Ideas: Intro to Legal & Political Philosophy

Political Science Courses

Propaganda and Ideology in Everyday Life

Psychology Courses

Introduction to Psychology

Understanding the Brain: Neurobiology of Everyday Life

Introduction to Psychology

Communication in the 21st Century Workplace

Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making

The Art of Negotiation

Positive Behavior Support for Young Children

The Brain and Space

Genius. Talent. Golden Mediocrity

Dynamics and Control

Framing: Learn How to Create Powerful Messages

The New Psychology of Depression

Science of Happiness

What Is a Mind?

Religion Courses

Politics and Religion

The Bible: An Introduction

The New Testament History and Literature

Introduction to the Old Testament

Christian Faith: Its Practices

Religion and Hip Hop Culture

Philosophy of Religion

Religion and Conflict

Religious Architecture and Islamic Cultures

Islam, the Middle East and the West

Anthropology of Religion

Science, Magic and Religon

Buddhist Meditation and the Modern World

Theology I

Science Courses

From the Big Bang to Dark Energy

Introduction to Bioconductor

Introduction to Human Evolution

Introduction to Bioethics

The Chemistry of Life

Preparing for the AP* Chemistry Exam (Part 1)

Introduction to Communication Science

Introduction to Electronics

Organic Solar Cells - Theory and Practice

End of Nature

Planet Earth and You

Global Warming: Understanding the Forecast

Environmental Psychology

Environmental Justice

Reclaiming Broken Places: Introduction to Civic Ecology

Making Sense of Climate Science Denial

Urban Water: Innovations for Environmental Sustainability

Sustainability in Everyday Life

Water for Liveable and Resilient Cities

Finding Hidden Messages in DNA (Bioinformatics I)

Introduction to Graphene Science and Technology

Fundamentals of Nanoelectronics: Basic Concepts

Quantum Mechanics of Molecular Structures

How Stuff Moves, Part 3: Wave Motion

Plasma Physics and Applications

Sociology Courses

Public Policy Challenges of the 21st Century

Jewish Diaspora in Modern China

Religion and Hip Hop Culture

Causes of War

Spirituality & Alternative Religion Courses

Soul Beliefs: Historical Foundations

Magic in the Middle Ages

Magic, Witchcraft and the Spirit World

Learning the Tarot

Learn Sahaja Yoga Meditation

World Issues Courses

The Emergence of the Modern Middle East (Part 2)

The European Union in Global Governance

From State Control to Remote Control: Warfare in the 21st Century

Writing Courses

The Creative Spark

Genre Fiction Workshop

Grammar Basics

Reading and Writing Short Stories

High-Impact Business Writing

Poetry in America: Emily Dickinson

High-Impact Business Writing

Plagues, Witches, and War: The Worlds of Historical Fiction

Writing What You Know

Start Writing Fiction

Approaching Prose Fiction

What Is Poetry?

Approaching Poetry

What Is Good Writing?

Introduction to Fiction

Adjectives and Adjective Clauses

Creative Writing: The Craft of Plot

Tricky English Grammar

English Composition I: Achieving Expertise

Perfect Tenses and Modals

Adventures in Writing

Scribble: Writing for New Writers

Getting Started With Essay Writing

English Grammar and Essay Writing

English for Journalists: Key Concepts

English for Journalists: Free Speech and Media Trends

Prep for the AP* English Language and Comp Exam

English Writing and Composition

How to Write an Essay

English for Journalism

Journalism Skills for Engaged Citizens

Writing for Young Readers: Opening the Treasure Chest

Advanced Writing

Writing and Experience: Crossing Borders

Secret Sauce of Great Writing

Writing Science Fiction and Fantasy

Creative Writing

Writing in the Sciences

Writing on Contemporary Issues

Science Writing and New Media

Journalistic Ethics (Video Course)

Transmedia Storytelling: Modern Science Fiction

Understanding Creativity and Creative Writing

Storytelling for Change

Poetry in America: The Civil War and Its Aftermath

Digital Poetry

Start Writing Fiction

Beginner's Guide to Writing in English for College Study

Writing and the Environment

Writing on Contemporary Issues

Writing, Editing and Publishing in Cyberspace

Writing and Experience: Exploring Self in Society

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Self-Help and Self-Improvement Classes

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