Stanford University Free Online Courses & MOOCs

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Stanford University

Giving 2.0: The MOOC (Coursera)

Management & Leadership

Transform your approach to giving with 'Giving 2.0: The MOOC' – an innovative online course from Stanford University. Designed for givers of all kinds, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to make a significant difference in the world through effective philanthropy. Join bestselling author Laura Arrillaga-Andreessen as she guides you through strategies for impactful giving.

Nov 16th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Business Strategy MOOC Philanthropy

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Stanford University

International Women's Health and Human Rights (Coursera)

Health & Society Social Sciences

This unique online course offers an in-depth exploration of women’s health and human rights across the lifespan. From infant care to elder support, participants will gain valuable insights into pressing issues and effective interventions. Engage with experts and peers through interactive discussions designed to foster a deeper understanding of these critical topics.

Nov 16th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Health AIDS HIV

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Stanford University

Love as a Force for Social Justice (Coursera)

Humanities

Dive into 'Love as a Force for Social Justice' – an insightful course that examines the power of compassion and kindness (agape love) to fuel social transformation. Learn from experts across various fields as you explore biological, psychological, religious, and social dimensions of love, and discover how this profound emotion can be harnessed to enact meaningful change in society.

Nov 16th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Brain Creativity Psychological

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Stanford University

Stanford's Short Course on Breastfeeding (Coursera)

Health & Society

Embark on a transformative journey with Stanford University's Short Course on Breastfeeding, available on Coursera. This comprehensive one-week program is tailored for new mothers and those who wish to provide support. Gain invaluable insights into establishing successful breastfeeding practices from the comfort of your home.

Nov 16th 2026

1 Week

Health Breastfeeding Motherhood

Coursera

Stanford University

Child Nutrition and Cooking (Coursera)

Food & Nutrition Health & Society

Dive into the world of child nutrition and cooking with our expert-led course. Explore the importance of healthy eating patterns in early life and learn practical skills to prepare nutritious meals for your little ones. Understand how individual family decisions shape a child's lifelong relationship with food.

Nov 9th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Nutrition Children Cooking

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Stanford University,The University of British Columbia

Game Theory II: Advanced Applications (Coursera)

Robotics & Computer Vision

Dive into the complex world of strategic interactions with Game Theory II: Advanced Applications. This course takes you beyond the basics, exploring sophisticated concepts like social choice theory, mechanism design, and auctions. Over four weeks, you'll gain a deep understanding of how to design effective strategies for collective decision-making and optimize outcomes in competitive environments.

Nov 9th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Game Economics Social Sciences

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Stanford University

Stanford Introduction to Food and Health (Coursera)

Food & Nutrition Health & Society

Embark on a journey towards healthier eating habits with Stanford University's Introduction to Food and Health course, available on Coursera. This practical course shifts the focus from nutrients to real food and its environment, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to make informed dietary choices for improved health and sustainability.

Nov 9th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Health Nutrition Food

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Stanford University

Divide and Conquer, Sorting and Searching, and Randomized Algorithms (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering CS: Theory

Dive into the core concepts of computer science with our specialized online course on Divide and Conquer, Sorting and Searching, and Randomized Algorithms. This course is designed for those who want to understand how to efficiently manage large datasets and solve complex computational problems using advanced techniques. Learn about asymptotic notation, sorting algorithms like Merge Sort and QuickSort, searching methods such as Binary Search, and the power of randomized approaches.

Nov 9th 2026

4 Weeks

Programming Algorithms Matrix

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Stanford University

Graph Search, Shortest Paths, and Data Structures (Coursera)

CS: Theory

Dive into the world of advanced data structures and graph algorithms with our Graph Search, Shortest Paths, and Data Structures course. This specialized program is designed for those looking to deepen their understanding of essential concepts like heaps, balanced search trees, hash tables, bloom filters, and more. Explore practical applications in connectivity and shortest path analysis, and discover how these principles can be applied to solve complex problems across various fields.

Nov 9th 2026

4 Weeks

Algorithms Data Structures Computer Science