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It’s been a few years well-known universities started offering some of their courses online to everyone – student or not – and in some cases free of charge. You were probably very excited when you first heard about the concept and bookmarked various courses that you wanted to attend at specific times. (You know, because you wanted to give yourself the space to really get into the material.)
Well, maybe now is the time for you to bite the bullet and enroll. The next step is to choose a course. To narrow the field, the good people at Business Insider have compiled a list of nine free online courses offered by New York University (NYU) that span multiple disciplines.
We should note that although the courses themselves are free, if you want to get actual certification for the course, you will have to pay for them. Anyway Here are some of your options.
Introduction to information security
Learn the basics of cybersecurity, security design, and related ethical issues in this area.
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Introduction to networking
No, it’s not about having awkward conversations at parties and work meetings – this is about computer networks.
Introduction to Performance Studies
See, not all computers are! Take this course and add your name to the long list of people who have studied achievement at NYU.
Basics of computing and programming
OK, back to the computers. If you’re looking for an introduction to things like binary code, balancing systems, and branching instructions, this might be the one for you.
Creative coding
If you’re looking to learn how to design games, art, and other creative projects, this course is probably well worth your time – provided you already have good programming skills.
Introduction to database queries
If you’re in a position that requires knowledge of the SQL programming language, but aren’t there yet, this class will help you get started.
Introduction to programming in C ++
Those who are already familiar with coding but haven’t had a chance to dive into C ++ would fit this class well.
Theories of Media and Technology
This may sound like a liberal arts course, but it’s also a computer class – albeit one that focuses on how media and technology have shaped our culture and society.
Technical Health: Introduction to Yoga and Physiology
If you’ve ever taken a yoga class and asked the teacher what exactly is going on in your brain and body during yoga and they spat out a lengthy answer with the word “energy” but actually didn’t say anything – you should probably take this class. Or really anyone interested in the physiological effects of yoga and mindfulness.