Free Teaching And Academics Courses & Certifications

The Health Research Fundamentals Training course offers the candidates the fundamental concepts in biostatistics related to research methods and epidemiology with an overview of the qualitative research methods and experimental study design respectively.  The course provides a depth study of the principles of data collection and data management.  The course deals with topics like qualitative research methods and experimental study designs in the epidemiological considerations in designing a research study. 

The course is having a multi faculty member from the National Institute of Epidemiology to help the candidate during the course duration. There are in total 7 instructors in the course who are faculty members of the National Institute of Epidemiology. The  Health Research Fundamentals is a free online course offered by swayam for a better understanding of the fundamentals of health research. 

After the completion of the Health Research Fundamentals Certification Syllabus, the candidate will get an E- certificate once they clear the certification qualifying criteria. The mode of teaching will be online where candidates can study according to their time preferences. 

The Regulatory Requirements for Conducting Clinical Trials programme has been developed by the Clinical Development Services Agency (CDSA) in association with NPTEL and  Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). It is a prerequisite course if you are interested in conducting clinical trials and involving yourself in developing new drugs. The course will also discuss the latest guidelines and regulations in the New Drugs and Clinical Trials (NDCT) Rules, 2019.

Regulatory Requirements for Conducting Clinical Trials certification is an elective course with a duration of eight weeks. It is a multidisciplinary course that you can access on Swayam, the online learning platform. There are no prerequisites to join this online course. All the course material is available for free. You will also have the chance to study under a reputed group of educators from multiple organisations and institutions.

Regulatory Requirements for Conducting Clinical Trials has an option for certification as well. You need to submit all the assignments and sit for the offline end-of-term exam to obtain it.

The Academic Research & Report Writing certification course is spread over eight weeks and throws lights on the beneficial tools and techniques that can be used in report writing. The course has also been approved by the AICTE. It falls under the domain of Teacher education.

The Academic Research & Report Writing course curriculum extensively covers all the topics ranging from different reports and presentations to various word processors and plagiarism detection tools. The course proves worthwhile to all the researchers and teachers who need to hone their report writing skills for effective dissemination (both academic and research-oriented).

The Academic Research & Report Writing online training is offered by Dr Samir Roy. He is currently working as the professor and the head of the department of computer science and engineering at the NITTTR, Kolkata. He has over twenty-five years of academic teaching experience. Thus, the learners can be completely assured of being trained by one of the best minds that the field has witnessed.

The Geomorphic Processes: Landforms and Landscapes certification course is designed for those particular students who want to learn about processes in the geomorphic field in detail, this course will help them to learn about different segments involved in the processes engaged in this particular field. The course exposes the pupil to the underlying concepts of geomorphology and the physical world associated with it.

The modules of this course would encourage the student to have a deeper understanding of processes that work within the earth and even on the surface of the earth. The Geomorphic Processes: Landforms and Landscapes certification will be given as assurance that the candidate has successfully completed the particular programme. A student should be well prepared with the knowledge of the numerous landforms and processes that exist in fluvial, glacial, karst, aeolian, coastal terrains after this course.

More focus will be done on engaging students in a more analytical approach towards learning the concepts more clearly that will give them better understanding about the concepts in a more detailed manner. The Geomorphic Processes: Landforms and Landscapes training will be given as per the weekly structure of the syllabus for the programme.  

Microfoundations of Macroeconomics Certification aims to provide an understanding of the behavior of aggregate economic variables — consumption, investment, employment — rather than understanding a single economic unit or market in isolation.

Microfoundations of Macroeconomics Classes help to grab the goal of macroeconomics and it becomes interesting when we analyze the size of the government and when to analyze the money supply, inflation, and unemployment.

All students get a Microfoundations of Macroeconomics Certification from the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur).

Infrastructure Economics Certification is designed to introduce the role of infrastructure in economic growth and the development of a country wholly depends on the availability of its infrastructural facilities. Infrastructure plays a vital role in the improvement of the country’s standard of living and in contributing to a higher rate of economic growth.

Infrastructure Economics Classes give a broad view of physical as well as social infrastructure will be dealt with in depth which will be helpful for the students along with the economic infrastructure meaning.

All students get a Infrastructure Economics Certification by Indian Institute of Technology Patna (IIT Patna) under the Swayam Initiative by Government of India. 

A masters or PhD level research project is a huge task. The Research Methods: An Engineering Approach programme breaks it down into parts and looks at it from a fundamental point-of-view. The course will teach you the elemental principles required to undertake research projects from an engineering outlook.

The principal theme of the Research Methods: An Engineering Approach online course is viewing research as a process of producing knowledge that does not yet exist. The programme aims to present the existing research methodology in a more appropriate way for engineers. With this course, you will understand how and when your research output contributes to knowledge.

The Research Methods: An Engineering Approach certification course will provide you with the abilities to create, plan and design your research successfully. You will be able to conduct proper research in your area of interest to accomplish the desired results.

Plastic waste has emerged as one of the leading waste streams in today’s world. The Plastic Waste Management online course is created to raise awareness about this issue by providing in-depth information on plastic pollution. You will understand how plastic is adversely affecting marine life, the economy, wildlife, human health, and the overall environment. 

The Plastic Waste Management certification program presents a holistic view of the plastic disposal problem in Indian as well as the global context. During this course, you will study the current management techniques and better methods to limit plastic waste. The extent, character, and severity of the plastic pollution problem will be discussed extensively.

The Plastic Waste Management training by Swayam also teaches you about Extended Producer Responsibilities (EPR) concepts, risk alleviation, and Plastic Waste Management Rules 2016. You will also get acquainted with alternatives to plastic and their real-life feasibility and environment-friendliness as compared to plastic.

The Ecology and Environment course help candidates to learn the concept of how different systems and processes interact and behave in the environment. The curriculum also dives deep into how different types of urban planning structures adapt amid the varied components of the environment. It also offers the learners a course certificate.

The Ecology and Environment certification emphasise sustainability, which has been an important concept due to the constantly occurring changes in our environment. It also touches upon how sustainability can be achieved. The course is taught to evolve your thinking about the issues facing different facets of ecology and the environment.     

The Ecology and Environment online programme is taught by Professor Abhijit P and Ravi Krishna R, who are from the prestigious IIT Madras. The course is relevant for all candidates in the field of management and engineering and will enhance your sensitivity during the process of creation of products, systems, and processes.  

Scientific temper and positive policymaking stem only from earnest humanitarian considerations and social commitments. Therefore, sustainable development can only be brought about as an outcome of humanitarian and social indoctrination. That is what the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability focuses on.

In eight short weeks, the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability programme will educate learners about the relationship between environment and society, the importance of environmental education and jurisprudence, and environment-friendly technologies. 

The Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability also covers environmental laws including the Water Act, Wildlife Protection Act (1972), Forest Conservation Act (1980), Air – Prevention & Control of Pollution Act (1981), Environment Protection Act (1986), etc.

Internal assessment for the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability would be through quizzes and assignments. There will be a proctored examination at the end of the course covering all the topics.

The Application of ISO 14001 for Waste Prevention certification is mostly practice-based and includes real-life implications. Here, how ISO 14001 could be applied effectively for waste management and waste prevention is thoroughly taught. The insights could be used to enhance the environment and lead to sustainable modern development. The industries and companies will reach their desired goal with equilibrium. Another added benefit will be to know how to analyze data and stakeholders.

Application of ISO 14001 for Waste Prevention course contents are to the point and emphasizes the basic requirement for waste prevention. It contains a discussion forum, Lecture videos, practice sessions, readings, feedbacks. It is flexible because of the online mode. The learners can access the Application of ISO 14001 for Waste Prevention course in their free time. Another hallmark of the edX platform is its 90% financial assistance. For that, some information regarding the annual income and three essays of 200-300 words is required.

Application of ISO 14001 for Waste Prevention online course is verified by ITMO University. The Certificate will have ITMO University’s logo and signed by the instructors of the Application of ISO 14001 for Waste Prevention online course. 

English Literature of the Romantic Period, 1798-1832 online course is an elective programme that falls under the ‘Humanities and Social Sciences’ and ‘English Studies’ subject categories. The programme is a joint collaboration by the University of Hyderabad, Swayam’s learning platform, and NPTEL. Furthermore, this is an FDP training approved by the AICTE that focuses on students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. 

The English Literature of the Romantic Period, 1798-1832 certification syllabus will introduce you to the Romantic age of English Literature. The course explores various Romanticism elements that include socio-cultural backgrounds, politics, aesthetics, sentiment and ecology through different romantic prose. As the programme does not have any prerequisites, you don't require any previous knowledge of the subject matter to enrol. 

The English Literature of the Romantic Period online programme also provides an e-certificate to those who qualify for the final exam and fulfil all the eligibility requirements. As this is a free course by Swayam, you only have to pay the exam fee to gain the certification.

The Student Psychology certification course is an excellent programme to learn about modern students’ psychology who belong to this technology era. It’s vital to know about their abilities, attitudes, interests, development stages, needs, and previous learning levels. That way, teachers can redefine their classroom activities accordingly to provide an effective learning experience for today’s technical students. 

The Student Psychology certification syllabus spans eight weeks. It touches upon all the vital topics such as the teaching-learning process, student motivation, psychological inventories, counselling skills, social development, student characteristics, and more. This curriculum is AICTE-approved too and belongs to the ‘Teacher Education’ domain. 

What’s more, the National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research, Chennai, has curated this Student Psychology training. Hence, you will learn from their trained educator and also get a chance to earn a verified e-certification that will display the Institute’s official logo. The curriculum is entirely online, self-paced, and there’s a sample YouTube video available as well on student psychology. 

For anyone who is curious in venturing into the original manuscripts relating to different subjects from the conventional Indian knowledge systems, Sanskrit knowledge is very beneficial. However, this language is also perceived to many as a difficult language to learn and, moreover, as a classical language of the past that is not of particular significance in the modern age.

The purpose of this Intermediate Level of Spoken Sanskrit programme is to give candidates a more extensive base of Sanskrit as a distinct language. The programme will lead them to more grammatical constructs that will promote their comprehension of simple texts as well as enable them to use it in everyday life. This also intends to give candidates a better understanding of the beauty of Sanskrit language's various facets, from its sounds to its rich material, such that they feel sufficiently excited to dive more into it.

This Intermediate Level of Spoken Sanskrit programme is an undergraduate level programme that lasts for 8 weeks. SWAYAM grants the learning free of charge to the candidates. For the final proctored test, which is for the qualification, the money will be required.

The Biostatistics and Design of Experiments programme is an 8-week elective programme. The course is curated by IIT Madras and is offered at the UG and PG level. The programme falls under the category of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering. It is AITCE approved FDP course with plenty of industry support from particular Biotechnology, biopharma and agriculture companies. 

Professor Mukesh Doble teaches the Biostatistics and Design of Experiments course by Swayam. It is focussed on the various applications of statistics in pharmacy, medicine and a number of other topics in Biology. The course syllabus covers some essential topics in Statistics such as sampling and distribution of data, regression analysis, tests of significance, design of experiments, etc. 

The Biostatistics and Design of Experiments training is relevant for all students pursuing either a UG/PG degree in Biotechnology or its allied fields. The course lectures are provided online via video tutorials, and internal assignments are also offered for self-assessment. If the candidate wants to get certified, they can also sit for the certification examination at the end of the course.

Handling Large-Scale Unit Level Data Using STATA certification course has been designed with the objective of giving the candidates the exposure on various techniques used in complex database analysis. The different software has been covered so that the candidates do not have any issue in understanding them.

The module has been designed with the objective of covering all the basic forms of data. The candidates will have the opportunity of working on the real life data, so they know how to handle the data in various industries. The candidates can reach out to the experts for any kind of assistance during the course.

The Handling Large-Scale Unit Level Data Using STATA online course also offers certification for the candidates taking the end term exam. The learning process will be based on the basis of real implementations. Both quantitative as well as qualitative analysis has been covered for a better enhancement of the skills of aspirants.

The Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, has developed the Statistical Inference program, an online course under the mathematics course category. The instructors teach this core course at an undergraduate and postgraduate level. The eight-week FDP training is approved by AICTE and permits credit transfer as well.

During the Statistical Inference training, candidates will learn about the fundamental knowledge related to statistical inference and probability. The course aims at providing in-depth information about the theory of estimation and testing hypotheses. Candidates will learn the course content through the theoretical and practical aspects by solving complex problems.

The Statistical Inference online course is valuable for practitioners or students in statistics at a UG or PG level. The training will act as a foundation course for the students working on areas related to machine learning. Candidates need to have a general knowledge of probability, data collection, and descriptive statistics to understand the content without any difficulty.

The Introduction to Biomimicry certification course delves into the innovative practice of drawing inspiration from nature to tackle human challenges. It welcomes learners from all backgrounds and is supported by industries invested in research and innovation. Participants explore case studies and practical applications to gain a holistic understanding of biomimicry's potential across industries.

The Introduction to Biomimicry certification by Swayam emphasizes adaptation of nature's proven strategies rather than reinvention. Through interdisciplinary learning, participants engage with theoretical frameworks and practical examples, equipping them with skills to integrate biomimicry into their respective fields. Students emerge with a comprehensive understanding of biomimicry's role in driving sustainable innovation and problem-solving.

The coursework of the Introduction to numerical analysis course by Coursera has been structured to give the learners an insight into the various concepts of Numerical analysis and to help them develop their career in that direction. This course aims at enabling the candidates to have a detailed understanding of the process of numerical computing which requires assembling building blocks into computational pipelines and a basic understanding of its numerical methods, their strengths, limitations, failure modes and weaknesses. 

Through this coursework, the participants will be trained to analyze and develop the primary characteristics of numerical algorithms. They will be able to represent them with diverse classic problems in numerical mathematics. The process of implementing constructions into working prototypes of numerical code will also be taught. This course is being instructed by Evgeni Burovski who is an assistant professor at the School of Applied Mathematics at HSE.  The instructor ensures to deliver the programme in an interactive manner by including discussion forums, projects, e-learning videos and practice exercises as a part of conducting classes. This course is being offered by the National Research University Higher School of Economics on Coursera.

Harvard University is offering the Fat Chance: Probability from the Ground Up course in partnership with edX. It is a seven-week programme that will cover probability and statistics up to the college level. Thorough video lectures support the programme curriculum. It will enable you to have a deep understanding of what lies at the core of quantitative reasoning.

By taking the Fat Chance online training programme, you will rise over learning through rote formulae and term memorisation. You will hone your basic counting skills, along with their application to probability problems. The curriculum of the programme will also take you through the concepts of expected value, normal distribution, and variance. 

The probability from the Ground Up course by edX will train you to solve even the most complex problems based on stats and probability. Being a self-directed trainer, you can take your time to practice and learn the concepts as per your schedule. Also, as Harvard University is offering the course, the instructors will belong to the premier institution. The programme has two enrolment options; paid certificate mode and free audit mode. In the free audit mode, the students can get access to the programme only for a limited duration. 

The DNA to RNA transcription process is the first step in gene expression. It is also a significant part of the central dogma of Biology. Learn about this process in extensive detail with the Molecular Biology - Part 2: Transcription and Transposition online course by edX, courtesy of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

Around 50% of the human genome consists of transposable elements, i.e., the genetic information that can move from one location to another. The movement of these elements into specific genes is related to the causes of certain diseases. In the Molecular Biology - Part 2: Transcription and Transposition programme, you will learn more about how these ‘jumping elements’ work and how scientists study them.

The Molecular Biology - Part 2: Transcription and Transposition training programme will help you develop experiment design and data analysis skills. All you need to do is sign up for the course and study for 4-8 hours a week, for seven short weeks. Moreover, you can also add this biological adventure to your resume by opting for the course completion certificate. There are two options for learners to join the programme; free and paid. In the free mode, they will have only limited access to the course. 

Chemistry is the central branch of science that concerns transformations of matter and can be applied to society's relevant problems. However, we can also apply it to the natural world to appreciate its complexity and framework. The Introduction to Geochemistry online course by edX explores Chemistry and its different forms such as general, inorganic, and physical chemistry. 

Geochemistry is another significant science branch that uses tools of chemistry to explore the Earth's crust and study the major geological systems. The edX Introduction to Geochemistry certification aims to explain the various aspects of the Earth, including its composition. The online course is highly relevant as it can help you understand the environmental problems and provide the necessary skills to combat them. 

Furthermore, the Introduction to Geochemistry program runs for seven weeks and is offered by edX in association with KyotoUx. You can enrol in the free course and start learning at your time and pace for maximum retention. You can also earn an official shareable certificate at the end of the course by paying the certificate fee.

The Coursera Agriculture, Economics and Nature Course in partnership with The University of Western Australia, is an ideal institution for anyone who wants to delve deeper into the economics of agriculture. This course enables you to make meaningful contributions to decision making in farmer circles. It helps you understand the response of farmers to new reforms and policies, and why they react the way they do.

The Agriculture, Economics and Nature Programme includes a lot of expert interviews for you to learn from. Moreover, the course empowers you with the techniques to build efficient economic models using the economic principles learned throughout the training. The lessons also throw light on the various changes in areas like agricultural production methods, resource conservation, agricultural input levels, and the impact agriculture has on the economy.

Coursera’s Agriculture, Economics, and Nature Course comes with high-quality video lectures, practical Excel-sheet demonstrations, practice exercises, and a ton of reading to help you solidify your knowledge. The final assessment is based upon points scored in practice quizzes and the final exam. Further, the course is a 100 percent online learning experience, which comes with flexible deadlines and an industry-recognised certificate on completion.

The course is about aboriginal world views and education offered by Coursera to the students for introducing the spiritual and cultural aspects of the society. The term aboriginal worldviews refer to the cultural and traditional aspects of the people of any particular region. The course is multidisciplinary and no qualification is required for the candidate to take part in the course.

The traditions, cultures, values of the society are very essential for every social citizen and it is everyone's responsibility to know the deep inside. Therefore the course is introduced to students to get an awareness of the concept. With the understanding, candidates can know the values and ethics as well. Candidates not only meant to learn technical aspects but also these type of programmes are essential for the welfare of society.

Coursera is an online learning educational website started by the government to bring awareness in education to the students. The course is offered free of cost and anyone can learn any type of course. The course is mainly for the students who cannot afford to study with lack of money. The course is also available in the mobile application to ease the learning for students. The course also offers a paid certificate for the programme.

The detailed course of A Circular Economy of Metals: Towards a Sustainable Societal Metabolism by Coursera provides a unique understanding of the economy of metals for a more sustainable world. The course has a well- prepared course material that helps the candidates to get in-depth knowledge on the fundamentals of the circular economy of metals and why this concept needs to be implemented in order to achieve sustainable development.

The course will concentrate on the methods of implementing the concept of the circular economy of metals, which means increasing the use of metals in order to prevent draw new metals. This course will discuss the idea of exploring more strategies to attain a sustainably developed world and its implications.

Through this course, the candidates will have extensive knowledge of the pioneering aims to quantify the progress of a sustainable economy and the solutions to the challenges that hinder the progress of the same.

Coursera’s Act on Climate: Steps to Individual, Community, and Political Action course is aimed at individuals who wish to learn, understand, and address the problem of climate change as individuals, or in partnership with organisations, communities, and political leaders. This course hosts an array of erudite climate change experts, who recite their experiences in dealing with the problem of climate change.

The Act on Climate: Steps to Individual, Community, and Political Action programme primarily focuses on translating the theoretical learnings and findings in the field of climate change into actionable reforms in areas of food, transportation, energy, and built environments. The course is co-developed and taught by Michaela Zint, Professor of Environmental Education and Communication at UMich. It also features video lectures by UMich students.

Moreover, along with the video lectures, the course also provides a ton of reading material to peruse. A fair share of practice exercises will also put your knowledge to test. Also, the training is a 100 percent online experience, which comes with flexible deadlines. Upon course completion, you will receive an industry-recognized Coursera certificate, which you can easily showcase on your resume or LinkedIn profile.

Netherlands’ leading technological academic institution, the Delft University of Technology presents before you the Zero-Energy Design: an approach to make your building a sustainable programme. The course curriculum features content emphasising the need for implementing active and passive measures to reduce energy consumption in buildings. The seven-week-long training from edX entails a weekly commitment of four to six hours from candidates.

The curriculum focuses extensively on zero-energy designs through thermal insulation, sun shading, heat pumps, photovoltaic panels, and more. Students who want to pursue the edX Zero-Energy Design online programme must be in the first year of pursuing a bachelor’s degree in any technical study. Learners will access various real-life case studies of buildings with zero energy climate concepts.

Candidates will master the art of erecting energy-efficient buildings in different climates. Applicants who finish the Zero-Energy Design: An Approach to Make Your Building Sustainable online certification course and pay a nominal charge will get a verified edX accreditation signed by their instructors. The intermediate-level programme is self-paced and allows students to learn through lectures with video transcripts in English. The two options to enrol in this programme are paid with the certificate and free audit. In the free audit mode, the candidates can get access to the course only for a limited period. 

The Making Sense of Climate Science Denial course enriches the communication arena and dives deep into climate change, the psychology of denial, climate controversy, global warming, and future impediments. The myths regarding climate change, its causes, factors and the reactions of the public to scientific data are included in the Making Sense of Climate Science Denial course.

This course is structured in a way so that the learners can easily understand, comprehend, critically analyse and learn to debunk climate myths. This course is verified by the University of Queensland. The instructors in this course have years of observant experience in this field. The course is packed with lecture series, quizzes, Assignments, readings, activities, video interviews and interactive sessions with peers. This is a self-paced online programme. The learners can avail financial assistance if it is needed.

The certificate gained through this course is of high value.  The certificate will have a logo of the verified institution and will be signed by its instructors. The course is free but for certification, a certain amount needs to be paid. The certificate is easily shareable on online platforms such as Linkedin. If learners want only to audit through the free mode, they will have access to the course only for a limited period.