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Study ancient philosophy, including the works of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Understand their contributions to Western thought.

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    Yale University

    Moralities of Everyday Life

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Research, Anthropology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Sociology, Political Sciences, Child Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Arizona

    Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Physics, Mechanics, Physical Science, Science and Research, World History, Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Applied Mathematics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    42 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Roman Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Architectural Design, Architecture and Construction, Construction, Civil Engineering, European History, World History, Research and Design, Design Elements And Principles

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    701 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Relativism

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Social Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Sociology, Environmental Issue, Science and Research

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Culture, Research, Diversity Awareness, Science and Research, Systems Thinking, Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    204 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    AI, Empathy & Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Network Model, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Policy Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    393 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    活用希臘哲學 (Understanding the Greek Philosophy)

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Ancient History, Liberal Arts, European History, Social Studies, Research, Culture, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Scientific Methods

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    247 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    The Epistemic Quest for Truth: Introduction to epistemology

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Research, Scientific Methods, Investigation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    111 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Ethics and AI: A Philosophical Guide to Responsible Use

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research Methodologies, Governance

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Pensamiento científico

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Creative Thinking, Research, Critical Thinking, Social Sciences, Ancient History, Decision Making, Analysis, Cultural Diversity, World History, Biology, Physics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Introduction to Korean Philosophy and Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Language Learning, Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    213 reviews

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    University of Arizona

    Roman Art and Archaeology

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, European History, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Timelines

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    680 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ancient philosophy courses

  • Moralities of Everyday Life: Yale University
  • Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy: University of Arizona
  • Roman Architecture: Yale University
  • Relativism: University of California, Irvine
  • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science: The University of Edinburgh
  • AI, Empathy & Ethics: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • 活用希臘哲學 (Understanding the Greek Philosophy): National Taiwan University
  • The Epistemic Quest for Truth: Introduction to epistemology: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Ethics and AI: A Philosophical Guide to Responsible Use: Northeastern University
  • Pensamiento científico: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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