Harvard University
Data Science: Building Machine Learning Models
4.4133 ratingsBuild a movie recommendation system and learn the science behind one of the most popular and successful data science techniques.
Overview
Explore the underlying structures of everyday arguments and develop the tools to communicate effectively.
What you'll learn
- Explore the shape and structures of arguments you encounter daily, helping improve your overall communication and English language skills.
- Learn how to visually map an argument, analyzing, evaluating, and optimizing the strength of your argument along the way.
- Become a better listener by seeking to understand others’ perspectives and engaging in respectful discussion and disagreement.
- Experiment with philosophical thought experiments to build your argumentation skills.
- Build the tools to improve your logical reasoning and emotional intelligence by understanding how conflict and tension can impact communication.
- Improve your ability to think critically, seek to understand underlying assumptions, and identify biases – allowing you to create more compassionate, compellin…
- Learn how to regulate your emotional response to differing points of view, expressing genuine curiosity and inquisitiveness as a means to learn from the other…
Skills you'll practise
Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages
- University courses you can audit for free, with lectures, readings and practice quizzes.
- A verified certificate from the university if you pay for it.
- Taught by Harvard University, one of the strongest names in its field.
- Self-paced: start any time.
Disadvantages
- Graded assignments and the certificate need the paid track.
- Audit access can expire a few weeks after the course ends.
- Learning is free, but the certificate costs money.
- Some parts (graded work, certificate) are paid.
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Free to audit
- Free: Choose "Audit this course" when you enrol: lectures, readings and practice are free.
- Paid: Graded assignments and the verified certificate (Certificate $209). Audit access may end after the course closes.
Taught by
- Edward J. HallNorman E. Vuilleumier Professor of Philosophy
- Aidan KestigianVice President
- Nate OteyLead Curriculum Consultant
Harvard University is in Tier 1: world-leading universities and India's top institutes of our institution ranking (98/100). CS50 and HarvardX are among the best-taught courses anywhere.
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