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Browse free online courses in a variety of subjects. Stanford University courses found below can be audited free or students can choose to receive a verified certificate for a small fee. Select a course to learn more.
Here are four courses we think you’ll like ⬇️
- Communicating with Presence – Modern society has provided us with technological advantages but also barriers to connect with our patients in a meaningful way. In this 15-minute online module we highlight the Stanford Presence 5 model, which is a framework for integrating humanism and effective communication as you interact with your patients.
- Mining Massive Datasets – The course is based on the text Mining of Massive Datasets by Jure Leskovec, Anand Rajaraman, and Jeff Ullman, who by coincidence are also the instructors for the course.
- Designing Your Career – Whether you’re exploring what you might want to do next or you’ve already identified a role or organization that you would like to be a part of, this short module is structured to help you take practical steps toward designing your career. It uses a design thinking approach to help people of any age and academic background develop a constructive and effective approach to designing their vocation. This course is primarily comprised of 5 career-oriented vocational wayfinding concepts, illustrated through videos and expanded through personal reflections and exercises.
- Introduction to Healthcare Communication Strategies – Explore the foundations of effective health communication, including active listening and improvisation. Learn the skills required to build strong and trusting relationships from leading Stanford Medicine faculty.