Learn to develop and express your ideas effectively for a variety of personal and professional purposes, audiences, and occasions in this comprehensive introduction to English composition credit-eligible course. This course is part of a MicroBachelors program, which means you can earn transferable credit...

Study the foundational mechanical engineering subject “Strength of Materials”. In this course you will learn to analyze multi-axial states of stress and strain, selecting “objective” failure criteria, and to predict linear elastic structural response using energy methods. In this course: (1) you will...

Introducing strategies for developing your written English communication skills in the context of doing business in Asia. The use of English for doing business in multinational settings is a fact of life for many business people. And, as Asian economies expand and become more involved in the global economy...

Learn how technology is used in supply chain systems from fundamental concepts to innovative applications - ​part of the MITx Supply Chain Management MicroMasters Credential. There are underlying fundamental principles and concepts that apply to all supply chains, which can be expressed in relatively...

This is a class about awe-inspiring issues at the intersection between philosophy and mathematics. In Paradox and Infinity, you will be introduced to highlights from the intersection of philosophy and mathematics. The class is divided into three modules: Infinity: Learn about how some infinities are...

A rigorous introduction to ethics. We’ll think about well-being, objectivity, key historical figures and approaches, what we owe to others, and more. This course has two goals. The first goal is to introduce you to key questions in ethics. What makes your life go better or worse for you? Can ethics be...

Discover the derivative—what it is, how to compute it, and when to apply it in solving real world problems. Part 1 of 3. How does the final velocity on a zip line change when the starting point is raised or lowered by a matter of centimeters? What is the accuracy of a GPS position measurement? How fast...

Scientists and engineers understand the world through differential equations. You can too. How do you design: A boat that doesn’t tip over as it bobs in the water? The suspension system of a car for a smooth ride? Circuits that tune to the correct frequencies in a cell phone? How do you model: The growth...

Billions of tons of structural materials, such as steel, aluminum, and titanium are used every year. Learn where, why, and when they are used. From skyscrapers to transportation infrastructure, structural materials dominate the human landscape. Learning the principles that govern their selection is essential...

Discover how the issue of slavery came to dominate American politics, and how political leaders struggled and failed to resolve the growing crisis in the nation. A House Divided: The Road to Civil War, 1850-1861 begins by examining how generations of historians have explained the crisis of the Union...

Learn about the evolution and architecture of international law and policy to combat climate change. Take a close look at the 2015 Paris Agreement (UNFCCC) from both a legal and economic perspective. This course will equip you with the fundamentals of International Climate Change Law and Policy. You...

Learn the ideas, concepts and tools managers use to make the right financial decisions. Business organizations are constantly engaged in financial decision-making related to financial planning, investments, capital purchases, etc. The right financial decisions play a critical role in maximizing an organization...

Thinking of returning to education as a mature student? Make sense of higher education and reflect on your next steps.

Improve your knowledge of entrepreneurship and discover how to plan, develop, nurture, and build a successful business.

Understand learners, policy and practice with this continuing professional development course for English language teachers.

Discover approaches to engage 14-16 year old students through practical lessons in chemistry with this CPD for science teachers.

This course provides current and aspiring K–12 teachers with research-based practical guidelines and strategies to effectively teach mathematics to English language learners (ELLs).

Learn how postnatal depression affects parental mental health and how to provide support on this BPS-approved course.

Discover the importance of cultural intelligence, or 'CQ', and find out to improve your own cultural intelligence.

Discover the fascinating world of dentistry and explore the impact dentistry has on our lives.