Online Teaching And Academics Courses & Certifications

Through the Human Anatomy for Stroke course, candidates get an opportunity to analyse & visualize human anatomy even if they are layman to it. In this course, the learners will understand the fundamentals of human anatomy & by a logical approach, backed by a typical clinical case of stroke, they will get to understand how to dissect the human body. The Human Anatomy for Stroke course by Edx scrupulously articulates the application of knowledge about human anatomy by adding a real-life severe stroke case.

The Human Anatomy for Stroke certification course starts right from the fundamentals in a very layman’s language & then gradually extends to Module 3, which delves deeper into the human anatomy to avoid the candidates feeling overwhelmed at first sight or to better include all those candidates who are not directly related to the medical profession & have no prior knowledge about the human body and how it works its way even throughout the most complex biological processes. There are 2 pathways, one is the audit mode and the other is the verified mode. During the audit mode, the candidates are allowed limited period access whereas during the verified mode, the candidates will be offered unlimited access to the course materials.

Bioinformatics is widely used in biomedical development and research work. The Certificate Course in Bioinformatics aims to teach the concepts of this discipline which applies computational techniques and theoretical procedures to analyze biomedical or biological data. The program will enable learners to utilize advanced technology to leverage the growing store of biological information.

Computers are used to work on genetic information that can help answer questions related to human health. The Bioinformatics certification course by MSLS will train the students to become competent in using information technology to extract, analyze, utilize, store, organize and interpret biological data. Learners will understand bioinformatics concepts like integrating molecular biology, computer science, and mathematics.

The Certificate Course in Bioinformatics by MSLS is designed to provide theoretical training along with hands-on sessions, assignments, and projects to make industry-ready bioinformatics professionals. Candidates will understand the application of bioinformatics in all domains of biological sciences.

The course on Molecular Biology talks about all the important aspects that come under Molecular Biology and gives a brief understanding of Nucleic acid including its models of RNA and DNA along with its salient features. 

This course is provided by Swayam, an initiation started by the Indian government. The main areas covered under this course are the principal molecular events of a cell including Translation, DNA replication and Transcription in eukaryotic and in prokaryotic organisms.

It will also cover Processing of Eukaryotic RNA covering the aspects of Introns, Split genes, Splicing Mechanisms Exons, and RNA Editing and post Transcriptional Modifications. The students will get an in-depth understanding regarding the concepts of DNA repair mechanisms Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic transcriptional regulation and mechanism of Gene Silencing.

This course will also lightly touch the concepts of RNA Interference, Ribo-switches, siRNA and miRNA under different types of regulatory RNAs. The students will gain additional understanding of other aspects of molecular biology in the supplementary study material.

Molecular Biology is mainly for the students studying in the area of Zoology either in University or College according to UGC approved syllabus. It is also useful for students studying in other areas of Biological Science such as Biomedical Technology, Genetics, Bioinformatics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Forensic Science, Biotechnology, Life-Science, Microbiology, Clinical Research, Biochemistry, Paramedical and Medical field.

The Molecular Biology - Part 3: RNA Processing and Translation course by edX is the third and final part of their Molecular Biology programme. In this programme, you will learn about the mRNA translation to protein, a crucial portion of Biology’s central dogma. You will also see how RNA splicing or RNA turnover affects the outcome of this translation.

RNA processing mechanisms also influence gene expression. You will learn about these mechanisms in extensive detail with the Molecular Biology - Part 3: RNA Processing and Translation training course. It is an eight-week, advanced-level, self-paced learning programme that will help you master design skills in biological experimenting, and enhance your scientific thinking. You need to study only four to eight hours every week.

The faculty includes professors from the Department of Biology, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Each instructor for the Molecular Biology - Part 3: RNA Processing and Translation programme is an expert in his/her respective domain. They will deliver video lectures in English. Video transcripts are also available in two languages: English and Chinese. The programme can be taken by the candidates in two modes, namely, free and paid modes. In the free mode, the learners will be provided with limited access to the programme. 

The Cellular Mechanisms of Brain Function programme by edX provides intelligence to the learners in the concepts of brain functions which include membrane potential, cable properties, ion channels, action potential, whole-cell recordings, voltage-gaining kinetics, synaptic transmission, neurotransmitter release, electron microscopy, presynaptic dynamics, glutamate receptors, synaptic plasticity, benzodiazepines, and dendritic spines.

This programme helps the candidate to understand the fundamental concepts of neuroscience which are related to the functions of the mammalian brain. Cellular Mechanisms of Brain Function course also provides an outline of the biophysical mechanisms of signalling in the neurons. The candidate will also learn about various receptors in the brain. The brain functions are studied through various biophysical mechanisms using mice. Various modern methods are also discussed in this programme to study the workings of the mammalian brain.

The verified and shareable certificate is provided to all the candidates on completion of this programme. The certificate can be easily shared to a resume or CV. It can also be shared with the LinkedIn profile of the learner. There are two varied options for candidates to enrol in the programme; free or by paying the prescribed fee. When enrolling for free, the learners will get access only for a limited period. 

IISc Bangalore curates the Cell Biology: Cellular Organization, Division and Processes course by Swayam. It is an eight-week core program designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students with a background in Biology and Chemistry. This aims to educate the candidates about Cell Biology and molecular biology.

The Cell Biology certification syllabus comprises two modules, each featuring ten lectures. Imminent faculty, Professor Shikha Laloraya will teach the course, where she will discuss some excellent and important discoveries in cell cycle regulation and chromatin organization. This curriculum belongs to the ‘Biosciences’ and ‘Biological Sciences and Bioengineering’ domains.

The Cell Biology: Cellular Organization, Division, and Processes training is rife with video lectures, offering ample study material and references. This is an online program with internal assessments and an offline test, held during the course-end. The candidate will also be eligible for the training certificate if they undertake the end-term examination and meet the certification qualifying criteria.

The Oral Biology Certification is an 8-week online course. Even if Swayam is assigned to teach the course, Saveetha Dental College in Chennai creates and validates the course syllabus. The Saveetha Dental College, Chennai and NPTEL are the organisations accredited to issue this course certificate.

The Oral Biology Certification course is an 8-week online program. The course syllabus is prepared and verified by IIT Kanpur even if Swayam is appointed to provide the course. This course certificate is presented by the Saveetha Dental College, Chennai, and NPTEL.

Oral Biology training is a part of the dental elective curriculum. This certification course is taught by a multi-faculty.

This course combines core scientific fields in distinctive and intriguing ways to solve the problem of creating brand-new, incredibly efficient ways to treat, prevent, or manage diseases and developmental disorders in the mouth and craniofacial complex. It is a vast science that encompasses molecular biology and genetics, microbiology and immunology, genomics, biochemistry, biophysics, craniofacial development, pharmacology, physiology, and cancer biology.

The Stereochemistry Course’s syllabus layout is made with full dedication and is incorporated with the latest details about the new invention being done in the pharmaceutical industries. The course starts with providing the student with the basic information about configuration and chemistry in 3D space.

 The importance of chirality in drugs is explained to the students and what is its need in the upcoming time of the health industry. The importance of chiral drugs has increased a lot in the pharmaceutical industry. This is because one enantiomer of a chiral drug can have medicinal properties and the other might be toxic to take. Therefore, chirality plays a key role in the synthesis of drugs. 

Swayam Stereochemistry Course is an appropriate course for students looking for an efficient teaching source. The course will go on for 8 weeks and can be chosen by applicants wishing to develop a career in the health industry, pharmaceutical industry, or perfumery industry. The intended audience will be students with basic knowledge about chemistry, biotechnology, bioscience, and pharmacy. The student will be provided with books and references which he could refer to for a good learning experience.

With this course of Introductory Organic Chemistry, I offered by Swayam; the students will learn about the element that makes up nearly everything around us- Carbon-and makes our life possible. The candidates of this course will be provided free education about the different day to day items that use carbon compounds and how to make them, for example, oil, paints, clothing, natural gas and pharmaceutical drugs.

In this course, the candidates are going to go over the fundamentals of organic chemistry. The beginning of the journey of this course will contain the Structure of the Atoms and Molecules. Further, the candidates will learn about the arrangements of these atoms and molecules in 3D space.

This course will provide the right assistance to the students to enrich their knowledge about Organic Chemistry such that he/she is able to apply to related fields with the right knowledge and confidence. This is an undergraduate level course, so every candidate be it freshers or those who already have some knowledge in the field can apply to improve their skill sets.

Preparing for CLEP Chemistry: Part 1 certification is an introductory course in Chemistry for aspirants preparing to take up the College-Level Examination Programme (CLEP). This online program will cover primary concepts of Chemistry to help candidates ace the CLEP tests and offer various auto-graded assignments and quizzes for engaged learning. 

The Preparing for CLEP Chemistry: Part 1 certification syllabus covers topics from modern atomic theories to stoichiometry and electrochemistry. Other areas of study include reorganization of particles, chemical reaction and collisions rates of molecules, and thermodynamics. Concepts are also reinforced through practice questions, review exams, and video lectures.

Developed by Cooper Union, the Preparing for CLEP Chemistry: Part 1 online course supports learning independence. Students can interact with peers through discussion boards throughout the course. However, they cannot directly connect with the instructors or representatives of the university. They can also avail of a verified certificate after completing the course requirements.

From periodic tables to matter malleability, the Preparing for CLEP Chemistry: Part 2 certification course helps its learners learn and revise concepts usually questioned in the CLEP exam. Rather than forcing students to learn, this course allows the ward to pick up ideas at their own pace with pre-recorded videos. Fundamental know-how of high-school level Chemistry and Mathematics is necessary to pursue the training.

Concepts included in the Preparing for CLEP Chemistry: Part 2 Certification Syllabus are atomic theories, bonding, electrochemistry, equilibrium, and stoichiometry. Students will understand the structural influences on particle arrangement within solid, liquid, or gaseous substances. Through discussion forums, students can interact with peers and create study groups. 

The Preparing for CLEP Chemistry: Part 2 program is taught by Ms. Allison Tau, Mr. Lori Zaikowski, and Mr. Ruben Savisky. Developed by the Cooper Union, the assignments and quizzes allotted by the course are auto-graded for students to gauge their progress. Additionally, a verified certificate is available to students by paying a nominal fee.

The Approximate Methods in Quantum Chemistry certification course is categorized into the major of chemistry that gives a complete framework of how quantum chemistry plays its relative role and its significance. This course would teach different approximate quantum chemistry methods to students. In particular, for the variational theorem, perturbation theory, and self-consistent field system, a detailed mathematical and physical basis will be laid. 

The course is a complete 8 weeks online Approximate Methods In Quantum Chemistry training that will take each and every module on a weekly basis.  The course will focus on enhancing the comprehensive understanding of the enrolled candidate to grab the essential component’s understanding more effectively and efficiently. The advantages and weaknesses of the methods will be explored, and descriptions of chemical bonding and molecular spectroscopy will demonstrate each process. 

Many implementations of these approaches will be presented in the assignments. The Approximate Methods in Quantum Chemistry certification will be offered at the end of 8-week comprehensive learning and training in the field of quantum chemistry and surely this course will make the candidate more efficient in working towards them. More emphasis will be done on learning the core modules of the program to have a better understanding of the particular course. 

The Chemical Kinetics and Transition State Theory training is an FDP course verified by NPTEL and approved by AICTE. The elective course under the category of chemistry is conducted at an undergraduate/postgraduate level. Prof Amber Jain will lead the course along with two teaching assistants.

The extensive Chemical Kinetics and Transition State Theory online course will introduce the calculation of rate constants with the help of two basic models, i.e., the transition state theory and the collision theory. The TST will be elaborated in detail by solving several examples and understanding the extensions and limitations. The course will also revise the Boltzmann distribution, partition function, and statistical mechanics concepts.

Candidates must have prior knowledge about chemical dynamics and kinetics to understand the Chemical Kinetics and Transition State Theory certification syllabus. The course is designed by IIT Bombay and segregated into 45 lectures, spanned over eight weeks. Eligible candidates who answer the assignments and the external certificate will receive a course-end digital certificate.

IIT Madras has structured the Chemistry - II certification course offered by Swayam. The institute’s Prof K Mangala Sunder teaches this elective program which consists of eight assignments. The curriculum is built at postgraduate and undergraduate study levels, which students can comfortably finish in eight weeks. 

The Chemistry - II certification syllabus introduces molecular spectroscopy, a vital part of physical chemistry. Understanding this branch is essential for all biologists, material scientists, and chemists. The course also teaches about the experiments used to verify various quantum mechanics concepts. Researchers will learn detailed information about molecules, including their bond angles, length, strength, accompanied by their magnetic and optical properties. 

The Chemistry - II training is well-suited for B.Sc. or undergraduate students and postgraduate students in their first year. After acquiring profound knowledge about molecular spectroscopy, they can also opt for the final exam and receive a verified certificate with IIT Madras and NPTEL’s logos.

Quantitative Methods in Chemistry online course is an elective undergraduate-level programme offered by Swayam. The course will introduce you to the field of analytical chemistry in eight weeks. The curriculum also dives into various research problems and discusses real-world topics and issues related to the subject.

Furthermore, the Quantitative Methods in Chemistry certification will train you in scientific reporting and testing experimental data using statistical analysis. The course has been designed and delivered by IISER Bhopal and is intended for students pursuing BSc and BS-MS courses in Chemistry.

Through the Quantitative Methods in Chemistry program, you will learn about concepts like chemical stoichiometry, hypothesis validation, sampling, data analysis, and chromatography, along with many other exciting topics. Apart from the video lectures and modules, you will have to submit regular assignments that will later be counted in the final score.

The Quantitative Methods in Chemistry online training concludes with a proctored exam which is optional and meant for those who wish to add the course completion certificate to their CV.

The Pericyclic Reactions and Organic Photochemistry program aims to make the participants comfortable in two important advanced organic chemistry topics: organic photochemistry and organic reactions. It will cover all the major topics in both the sections using video lectures, assignments, and tutorial sections.

The National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) has crafted the syllabus for the Pericyclic Reactions and Organic Photochemistry certification. NPTEL is an initiative of seven IITs in the country, whereas Swayam is an online learning platform, an initiative of the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Professor Sankararaman from IIT Madras will be the educator for the course. 

Moreover, Pericyclic Reactions and Organic Photochemistry is an online course that provides free course material and an e-certificate for interested participants. It is eight weeks long and a core postgraduate course in chemistry. It is an AICTE-approved FDP course.

The Structure, Stereochemistry and Reactivity of Organic Compounds and Intermediates certification course highlights the logical problem-solving techniques in organic chemistry. Students cannot usually solve these problems on their own and need to master the techniques thoroughly. The course instructor, Professor Amit Basak, is an expert instructor who can clear these concepts.

The Structure, Stereochemistry and Reactivity of Organic Compounds and Intermediates certification syllabus offers a solid foundation of the organic chemistry concepts and is spread over eight weeks. As the course nears the end, learners will see how the training has helped them understand the correlation between the different kinds of organic reactions and their respective mechanical details.

The Structure, Stereochemistry and Reactivity of Organic Compounds and Intermediates online course is designed to suit the academic requirements of undergraduate students. Moreover, this core course falls under the branch of chemistry and enables students to realize the joy of mastering the concepts of organic chemistry.

The Quantum Mechanics and Molecular Spectroscopy Certification Course is a massive open online course that discusses the applications of quantum mechanics and molecular spectroscopy. The course is available for students at the postgraduate level and it offers a total of 2 credits. Learners can easily access the course on the online learning platform of Swayam.

The Quantum Mechanics and Molecular Spectroscopy Training is provided through video lectures and course materials and assessed through course assignments and a proctored exam. The course is led by Prof. G Naresh Patwari of IIT Bombay. Once the learners complete all criteria for the assessments, they will be rewarded with a Quantum Mechanics and Molecular Spectroscopy Certification by NIOS and Swayam.

The ‘Chemistry and Physics of Surfaces and Interfaces’ online certification program is a massive online course for postgraduate students. The course teaches the students the reactions (chemistry, physics) in surfaces/interfaces. Along with it, the learners will also learn about the procedure of atomic level construction of surfaces from the bulk crystals as well as the nomenclature for different surfaces. The students also explore concepts such as various interfaces, metal-semiconductor, metal-molecule, like metal-metal, etc. 

The duration of the course is eight weeks. The course is taught online via lectures, books, references, videos, etc. After completing the ‘Chemistry and Physics of Surfaces and Interfaces’  certification course, the students can gain a digital certificate along with credit points.

All India Council for Technical Education(AICTE) have approved this online elective program. The educational provider Swayam offers this course on its platform. The course instructor is Dr. Thiruvancheril G. Gopakumar from the department of Chemistry at the IIT Kanpur. 

Chemical Applications Of Symmetry And Group Theory is an online free course that will give you a deep insight into the application of group theory and symmetry. The 8-week-long online courses are free of cost. Yet, Swayam demands a fee for an exam that qualifies you for the certification.

Administered by Swayam, the Chemical Applications Of Symmetry And Group Theory online course will walk you through the application of symmetry in chemical systems within the group theory. Plus, the courses will deal with symmetry operations, symmetry elements, molecular vibrations and many more. The online course is led by a faculty member of IIT Kanpur, Prof. Manabendra Chandra. 

Basics Of Fluorescence Spectroscopy is an 8 week long online programme offered by Swayam in association with IIT Kanpur. The online programme is free of cost. However, the learners will have to pay the fee for the certification qualifying exam. The Basics Of Fluorescence Spectroscopy Certification Course is approved by the All India Council For Technical Education (AICTE). The course will provide a thorough understanding of the basic principles of fluorescence spectroscopy and instrumentation of fluorescence spectroscopy. 

The Basics Of Fluorescence Spectroscopy online course, offered by Swayam,  is developed and instructed by  Prof. Pratik Sen who is the faculty at IIT Kanpur. The learners who plan to join the online courses must have an understanding of basic quantum mechanics. At the end of the online programme, the learners who have achieved 25% and 75% in the assignments and examination respectively will be provided with a certificate approved by AICTE. 

The Certification course on Study Abroad USA Training will be taught by Adam Henry, the Director of Study Abroad, at Arizona State University, and Jennifer Malerich, the Executive Director for Academic and Global Engagement, at Arizona State University. 

This Study Abroad USA program is specifically designed for administrators, faculty, and staff who have an inclination towards international learning and education. This program is the first step to enhancing the rate of participation in study abroad. This Study Abroad USA: Building Capacity for US Institutions Course is framed for people who are oriented towards international education and exposure and aspire to work in an international framework of the holistic education system.

This Study Abroad USA program can be procured by any individual who is working for a small or large-scale enterprise, public or private university, and a community college or at any other category of higher education organization in the US. Further, this course will help the candidate enhance his efforts towards educational institutions’ study abroad aim. Post the course, the learners will get a certificate and unlimited access if they take it by paying the fee. If they join the free of cost, they will get the chance to audit it for a limited period. 

Developing Instructionally Embedded Performance Assessment Tools for the NGSS Classroom certification course is taught by a senior research associate and program director from Stanford University. This course is designed to guide participants step-by-step for a three-dimensional assessment approach. This course will also provide the opportunity for participants to engage in a peer-to-peer feedback process with another development team. 

This course is designed for participants who have already taken the SNAP Course 1 for performance assessment in the NGSS classroom or for those who have comprehensive experience with NGSS appendices E, F, and G and with analyzing dimensions of a performance assessment. 

With this course, participants would learn the procedures for defining performance, and outcomes, selecting phenomena, and developing tasks to meet a set of criteria for high-quality assessments. The course also features embedded questions throughout that are prompts for groups to discuss, while any team member can enter the response thereof for the whole group. There are two enrolment modes for learners to join the self-paced course either paying the fee or free of cost. The verified mode provides unlimited access to the course and a certificate and the free audit mode gives the limited duration of access. 

Comprehending and applying newer surface analysis methods into contemporary surface science studies is what this intermediate course offers the students. This course is ideal for those students who want to build an impeccable career in surface science and to explore the techniques in this field of science. 

This completely online based self-paced course will be accessible to the learners with a flexible learning system offered by the edX platform which will cover a comprehensive curriculum under the guidance of experienced faculty. For the enrolled students, the Surface science: Methods of Surface analysis program is provided by edX which is an online platform for providing global online education, and the course is designed by the National research nuclear university: MEPhl, one of the top technical universities in Russia. This course is packed with multiple benefits including free and paid versions for the course. The students are provided with a verified certificate upon course completion which will be certified with MEPhl’s course instructor, Yaroslav A Sadovskiy.

The students are introduced to the concepts of surface analysis and various methods such as Probe microscopes, X-ray diagnostics, Electronics diagnostics, Corpuscular diagnostics, and so on which form the overall Surface science: Methods of Surface analysis certification syllabus.

Have you ever wondered about the different ways of measuring speed, and why do objects move the way they do? If yes, then the Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in Real Life training is for you. This science course is created for curious individuals with an inclination to unpack the inner workings of everyday instances and make you better prepared to pursue Science and Maths. 

The course is the fruit of a collaboration between the University of Queensland and Brisbane Grammar School. The Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in Real Life online course will cover key scientific concepts and real-life applications of these concepts. You will also get to supplement your learning with examples. 

High school students can join the Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in Real Life program to nurture their interest in maths and science. Students will develop their scientific thinking skills in this online course which has a duration of eight weeks. Learners familiar with fundamental concepts of Mathematics can pursue the course. The candidates are given the option of two tracks which may be chosen so that the course can be completed. Both the course tracks are self-paced but there is a time limit until which the course remains accessible in the audit mode. But in the case of the verified track, the candidates will be able to access the course materials for an unlimited period of time.

The Professional Certificate in English for Business Networking is a four-part series for the interested candidates. Conducting an Informational Interview certification course happens to be the capstone course of the series. It is an eight-week-long course with an online mode of learning. The faculty from the University of Washington will instruct this course.

Conducting an Informational Interview online course houses practical approaches to putting your communication and networking skills into place. You will get the opportunity to practice and conduct a mock informational interview. Through the interview, you will learn to clarify your goals, telephonic arrangements, and how you can research a person. The parts of an interview are also covered in the curriculum.

Conducting an Informational Interview course by edX will allow you to write important questions for getting to know a person better. You will be able to make out the details of their career and personality by conducting these mock interviews. This language course requires you to devote roughly three to five hours every week to get the maximum out of the programme.

There are 2 modes of study which are called the Audit and Verified Track. The students have the provision to select any track and continue their studies. In the case of Audit tracks, candidates will get a time limit in which they will have to learn the course materials but in the case of Verified tracks, one will have an unlimited period in which they may complete the course.

If you are planning to pursue higher education from a foreign university/institution in an English-speaking country, you need to secure a certain score in the IELTS exam. The University of Queensland’s IELTS Academic Test Preparation course will help you acquire your academic IELTS goal for entering the international university of your choice.

The IELTS Academic Test Preparation online course is developed by English teaching professionals who have relevant experience in the field. The training will give you access to practice material for over 80 hours. It also houses adequate multimedia presentations covering every section of the test, namely writing, speaking, listening, and reading.

Apart from the engaging video lectures, the other learning aids include IELTS-style exercises, engaging practice activities, and explanations of questions and answers. The IELTS Academic Test Preparation certification course runs for eight weeks and is well-suited for anyone who is planning to take the Academic IELTS test. Although the course has a free audit option, you can access additional resources from the IELTSx course team only with the verified path. The free audit option will be open to access only for a limited period of time whereas the verified track is paid and accessible for an unlimited time period.

Leading Change: Go Beyond Gamification with Gameful Learning course by edX has been designed for teachers and school leaders. The idea is to teach them the strategies and tools needed to support gameful learning in schools. This program has been developed in partnership with the University of Michigan and Microsoft. It is offered to revamp learning and teaching at all educational levels by using video games to create a good learning environment.

The Go Beyond Gamification with Gameful Learning online course discusses how the creation of classroom learning environments can support students’ qualities of competence, autonomy, and relatedness. By doing so, educators will be successful in encouraging resilient and actively engaged learning among learners. This method can engage learners on a global, regional, and local scale.

Furthermore, the Go Beyond Gamification with Gameful Learning program focuses on the latest method to devise an assessment and curriculum which can provide every student with concrete support for personalized learning. By paying the fee, this course will also earn you a verified certificate upon completion, which can be shared on your CV or LinkedIn to advance your career. Without a fee, the programme can be audited by the learners for a limited period of time. 

The Instructional Design Course Evaluation & Capstone Project online training is an intermediate-level course under Education and Teacher Training. The eight-week course is designed collaboratively by the University System of Maryland and the University of Maryland Global Campus with Brandie Shatto as the instructor.

The Instructional Design Course Evaluation & Capstone Project certification program is the last part of the Instructional Design and Technology MicroMasters Programme. Therefore, it is recommended that the candidates complete the first three courses to understand the build-up of this course. In this section, the course is concluded with the course design evaluation and the capstone project. Candidates will learn about Kirkpatrick’s Levels of evaluation and data analytics of management systems. 

To wrap it up, learners will use the skills they have gained to design, build and publish their capstone project. After completing the Instructional Design Course Evaluation & Capstone Project course and receiving the certificate, candidates become eligible to join the full Learning Design and Technology Master’s Programme at the University of Maryland Global Campus. The learners can take this course in two different modes, namely, the verified and free audit. In the verified option, the candidates can get unlimited access as well as a certificate of completion whereas in the free audit option, they can get access to the programme only for a limited period of time. 

The Hook, The Bait, and the Fish: Approaches to Teaching Thinking online course is centred around the new field of education named education for thinking. The structure of this course is largely guided by concepts of thinking styles, thinking skills, thinking dispositions, multiple intelligences, and teaching for understanding. The three main approaches to teaching thinking are in the area of skills, understanding, and disposition. This course aspires to enable students to think clearly and effectively.

The introduction and history of teaching thinking will be comprehended then the course will gradually move towards adopting effective practices and ultimately to the concept of creating intellect schools. Peer-graded assignments, discussion forums, and surveys are in The Hook, The Bait, and the Fish: Approaches to Teaching Thinking training. The course offers 90 % financial assistance to those candidates who belong to economically deprived homes. 

The Certification offered in The Hook, The Bait, and the Fish: Approaches to Teaching Thinking program after a successful completion is verified by IsraelX and students can get it by paying the fee. One of the main highlights of the certificate is its shareable option on Linkedin and it can also be attached to a CV or resume. The candidates interested in Education and teacher teaching will benefit from this verified certificate in their career growth. There is an option for learners to join the instrutor-paced course for free and access to the course will be only for a limited duration.