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13231 min13-part Light & Exposure course121 CQ
In this beginner-level photography course by professional photographer Ken Schultz, discover key digital photography techniques! By the end of this course, you will get the perfect shot every time.
with Ken at EasyDSLRIn this beginner-level photography course by professional photographer Ken Schultz, discover key digital photography techniques! By the end of this course, you will get the perfect shot every time.
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450 min4-part Crafts course27 CQ
Soap is a necessity, so why not add some aroma and flair to simple sanitation? In this short course, master DIY decorators and bloggers the O’Neil Sisters teach how to make homemade soap—from scratch!
with The O'Neil SistersSoap is a necessity, so why not add some aroma and flair to simple sanitation? In this short course, master DIY decorators and bloggers the O’Neil Sisters teach how to make homemade soap—from scratch!
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1049 min10-part Interior Design course30 CQ
If you want to decorate a home or apartment on a budget, creating DIY furniture and fixtures is a must. Engineer your space like a professional with simple tools and basic materials!
If you want to decorate a home or apartment on a budget, creating DIY furniture and fixtures is a must. Engineer your space like a professional with simple tools and basic materials!
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1594 min15-part Light & Exposure course54 CQ
Have you ever experimented with your camera’s flash settings? In this 14-lesson course by photographer Bernie Raffe AMPA, explore several ways to light photographs based on your environment.
with Bernie Raffe AMPAHave you ever experimented with your camera’s flash settings? In this 14-lesson course by photographer Bernie Raffe AMPA, explore several ways to light photographs based on your environment.
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10124 min10-part Crafts course67 CQ
These one-skein knitting projects are beginner friendly, and are great uses for leftover yarn from other projects. Stay warm with a bulky cowl, a cable knit headband, a mug cozy, and more!
with Carrie KnitsThese one-skein knitting projects are beginner friendly, and are great uses for leftover yarn from other projects. Stay warm with a bulky cowl, a cable knit headband, a mug cozy, and more!
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11159 min11-part Writing Music course87 CQ
Learning how to read and write music opens up a world of musical possibilities! In this course from professional musician and educator Kalani, learn the fundamentals of music notation.
with Kalani MusicLearning how to read and write music opens up a world of musical possibilities! In this course from professional musician and educator Kalani, learn the fundamentals of music notation.
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11103 min11-part Guitar course57 CQ
Learn 10 beautiful chord progressions for guitar and a variety of composition techniques, including a formula for creating chord progressions and a simple method for transposing chords in new keys.
with Ben Levin MusicLearn 10 beautiful chord progressions for guitar and a variety of composition techniques, including a formula for creating chord progressions and a simple method for transposing chords in new keys.
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17134 min17-part Audio Editing course78 CQ
Recording expert Home Brew Audio demonstrates how easy it is to get your own recording studio up and running on your own by using just your computer and the free, open source software, Audacity.
with Ken TheriotRecording expert Home Brew Audio demonstrates how easy it is to get your own recording studio up and running on your own by using just your computer and the free, open source software, Audacity.
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13142 min13-part Flute course75 CQ
A classical musician shares flute techniques she learned the hard way—through trial and error. This course covers crucial yet often neglected topics that help beginning flute students flourish!
with JustAnotherFlutistA classical musician shares flute techniques she learned the hard way—through trial and error. This course covers crucial yet often neglected topics that help beginning flute students flourish!
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14153 min14-part Music Theory course83 CQ
Using detailed explanations and familiar music examples, this college-level music theory course provides an engaging and fun introduction that will help you become a more appreciative listener.
with Ethan WinerUsing detailed explanations and familiar music examples, this college-level music theory course provides an engaging and fun introduction that will help you become a more appreciative listener.
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539 min5-part Dance course22 CQ
Learn the classic salsa moves needed for a night on the town in these easy-to-follow salsa lessons with Ryan Perez. You’ll learn how to find the beat of the music, count off a basic 8-count step - and then progress to more challenging partner work and turns. Ryan will also cover body posture, styling, and movement so that you feel comfortable showing off your new moves on the dance floor. Each lesson includes diagrams for foot positioning and covers steps for both the lead and follow.
with Ryan PerezLearn the classic salsa moves needed for a night on the town in these easy-to-follow salsa lessons with Ryan Perez. You’ll learn how to find the beat of the music, count off a basic 8-count step - and then progress to more challenging partner work and turns. Ryan will also cover body posture, styling, and movement so that you feel comfortable showing off your new moves on the dance floor. Each lesson includes diagrams for foot positioning and covers steps for both the lead and follow.
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1083 min10-part Cars + Motorcycles course47 CQ
Car maintenance is necessary but expensive when working with professionals. In this course, Eric the Car Guy guides do-it-yourselfers through the ten most common car repairs to do safely at home.
with EricTheCarGuyCar maintenance is necessary but expensive when working with professionals. In this course, Eric the Car Guy guides do-it-yourselfers through the ten most common car repairs to do safely at home.
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1495 min14-part Crafts course55 CQ
Have you always wanted to learn how to create balloon animals? If so, this balloon art for beginners course is the perfect place to start! Learn all kinds of knots, twists, and simple designs.
with QT EntertainmentHave you always wanted to learn how to create balloon animals? If so, this balloon art for beginners course is the perfect place to start! Learn all kinds of knots, twists, and simple designs.
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11106 min11-part Video Games course59 CQ
So you want to be a Minecraft expert? In this course, learn the Minecraft tips and tricks that will get you to expert status and create an efficient gaming world that exceeds your expectations.
with Skippy 6 GamingSo you want to be a Minecraft expert? In this course, learn the Minecraft tips and tricks that will get you to expert status and create an efficient gaming world that exceeds your expectations.
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15142 min15-part Games course78 CQ
Take on a new challenge and learn how to play a centuries-old strategy board game: chess! Review the board, the pieces, and key beginner concepts including time-tested strategies and chess tactics.
with William KarnegesTake on a new challenge and learn how to play a centuries-old strategy board game: chess! Review the board, the pieces, and key beginner concepts including time-tested strategies and chess tactics.
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26150 min26-part Microsoft Office course89 CQ
Discover some of Microsoft Excel's most handy formulas, shortcuts, and add-ins in this course. From sorting through data, to using a solver to optimize values, increase your Excel productivity today.
Discover some of Microsoft Excel's most handy formulas, shortcuts, and add-ins in this course. From sorting through data, to using a solver to optimize values, increase your Excel productivity today.
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11110 min11-part Blogging course61 CQ
WordPress makes it easy than ever to start a blog! In this course, the blogger behind Five Euro Food explains how to launch a WordPress blog and offers tips for maintaining and monetizing a blog.
with Five Euro FoodWordPress makes it easy than ever to start a blog! In this course, the blogger behind Five Euro Food explains how to launch a WordPress blog and offers tips for maintaining and monetizing a blog.
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22187 min22-part Career Growth course104 CQ
Ready to jump start your job search? In this course, learn how to write and speak business professional English, fine tune your resume, and get some priceless tips on navigating the interview process.
with Business English HQReady to jump start your job search? In this course, learn how to write and speak business professional English, fine tune your resume, and get some priceless tips on navigating the interview process.
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534 min5-part Entrepreneurship course20 CQ
Media presentation expert TJ Walker walks through each specific step for crafting and delivering the perfect pitch presentation to captivate your prospects and turn your proposal into reality.
with TJ WalkerMedia presentation expert TJ Walker walks through each specific step for crafting and delivering the perfect pitch presentation to captivate your prospects and turn your proposal into reality.
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415 min4-part Finance course10 CQ
Starting a business can be intimidating. This course from business advice expert Mark J. Kohler offers the ABCs for small business owners, from DBAs to LLCs and protecting your assets.
with Mark J. KohlerStarting a business can be intimidating. This course from business advice expert Mark J. Kohler offers the ABCs for small business owners, from DBAs to LLCs and protecting your assets.
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545 min5-part Meditation course26 CQ
Join in this course and learn how to meditate by following guided meditations designed to help you build mindfulness, bear witness to your thoughts, and allow conscious breath to anchor you.
with The Miracle ForestJoin in this course and learn how to meditate by following guided meditations designed to help you build mindfulness, bear witness to your thoughts, and allow conscious breath to anchor you.
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20127 min20-part Self Defense course76 CQ
The first rule of street fighting is: avoid it. If you can't, self-defense is your best bet. In this course, Chuck Johnson teaches how to escape dangerous situations using martial arts techniques.
with Chuck JohnsonThe first rule of street fighting is: avoid it. If you can't, self-defense is your best bet. In this course, Chuck Johnson teaches how to escape dangerous situations using martial arts techniques.
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314 min3-part First Aid course9 CQ
Knowing CPR could help you save the life of a loved one. This course covers basic CPR techniques that can be used on adults, children, and infants and demonstrates how to use an AED.
with CPRCertified.comKnowing CPR could help you save the life of a loved one. This course covers basic CPR techniques that can be used on adults, children, and infants and demonstrates how to use an AED.
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10104 min10-part Cooking course56 CQ
Take a culinary tour of the globe with Chef Trevor! Discover how to make various types of fresh pasta and noodles, and use them in delicious, cosmopolitan recipes.
with Chef TrevorTake a culinary tour of the globe with Chef Trevor! Discover how to make various types of fresh pasta and noodles, and use them in delicious, cosmopolitan recipes.
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656 min6-part First Aid course32 CQ
This course provides a clear overview of insomnia and sleep disorder treatment methods. Learn what causes and exacerbates insomnia before reviewing treatment options, like therapy and medication.
with MedCramThis course provides a clear overview of insomnia and sleep disorder treatment methods. Learn what causes and exacerbates insomnia before reviewing treatment options, like therapy and medication.
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62 minFREEParenting courseFree20 CQ
Explore ways to foster academic success, limit unnecessary stress, and prepare kids for adulthood in this Curious Conversation with educator Denise Pope.
with Denise PopeExplore ways to foster academic success, limit unnecessary stress, and prepare kids for adulthood in this Curious Conversation with educator Denise Pope.
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762 min7-part Leadership course36 CQ
If there was a way to make more friends, connections, and money, wouldn't you want to know about it? Find out more in this course on how to be influential and improve the way you interact with people.
with Vanessa Van EdwardsIf there was a way to make more friends, connections, and money, wouldn't you want to know about it? Find out more in this course on how to be influential and improve the way you interact with people.
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1096 min10-part Dating course52 CQ
In this course, relationship expert Selina Almodovar will help you go over a complete breakup breakdown: exploring why it happened, what it means for you, and what you can learn from it.
with Selina AlmodovarIn this course, relationship expert Selina Almodovar will help you go over a complete breakup breakdown: exploring why it happened, what it means for you, and what you can learn from it.
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1057 min10-part Infant Care course33 CQ
Learn practical and economical tips for raising your little one in an eco-friendly home. Jen Boulden provides tested tips on cloth diapering, DIY baby food, and more -- for a healthy bundle of joy!
with Jen BouldenLearn practical and economical tips for raising your little one in an eco-friendly home. Jen Boulden provides tested tips on cloth diapering, DIY baby food, and more -- for a healthy bundle of joy!
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432 min4-part Body Language course18 CQ
Media presentations expert TJ Walker knows what works and what doesn't when it comes to body language and speaking publicly. Discover essential advice about body language in this course!
with TJ WalkerMedia presentations expert TJ Walker knows what works and what doesn't when it comes to body language and speaking publicly. Discover essential advice about body language in this course!
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325 min3-part Biology course14 CQ
Preparing for the AP Biology exam? In this three-part course, get clear explanations of Darwinian evolution by natural selection, modern evolutionary theory, and the history of life on Earth.
with Bleier BiologyPreparing for the AP Biology exam? In this three-part course, get clear explanations of Darwinian evolution by natural selection, modern evolutionary theory, and the history of life on Earth.
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7107 min7-part iOS Development course57 CQ
Looking for a programming language that can do some heavy-lifting but doesn't take years to master? When programming for iOS, OS X, and watchOS, Apple's programming language Swift is the best choice!
with Sanjay NoronhaLooking for a programming language that can do some heavy-lifting but doesn't take years to master? When programming for iOS, OS X, and watchOS, Apple's programming language Swift is the best choice!
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11163 min11-part iPhones + iPads course88 CQ
Want to get the most out of your iPhone? This course from tech expert Todd Olthoff is the perfect guide, for everything from basic installation to built-in app features.
with Todd OlthoffWant to get the most out of your iPhone? This course from tech expert Todd Olthoff is the perfect guide, for everything from basic installation to built-in app features.
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1270 min12-part Science course41 CQ
If you're looking for fun activities for kids that are equal parts science and craft, you'll love this course with lessons covering everything from homemade oobleck to egghead gardens.
with Sophie's WorldIf you're looking for fun activities for kids that are equal parts science and craft, you'll love this course with lessons covering everything from homemade oobleck to egghead gardens.
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10133 min10-part Calculus course72 CQ
Worried about taking a college-level or AP Calculus class? Fret not! In this course, review simple examples and graphs to explore the main concepts of both differential and integral calculus.
with Math is a SportWorried about taking a college-level or AP Calculus class? Fret not! In this course, review simple examples and graphs to explore the main concepts of both differential and integral calculus.
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12132 min12-part Grammar course73 CQ
Clear writing matters because ideas matter! In this comprehensive writing course, learn about brevity, style, grammar, tone, and structure, and use a rubric to evaluate your own writing.
with Stuart Mill EnglishClear writing matters because ideas matter! In this comprehensive writing course, learn about brevity, style, grammar, tone, and structure, and use a rubric to evaluate your own writing.
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13160 min13-part Literature course86 CQ
In this course, tour the artistic and literary merits of video games with The Game Professor, including discussions of popular gaming topics and in-depth analyses of four games.
with The Game ProfessorIn this course, tour the artistic and literary merits of video games with The Game Professor, including discussions of popular gaming topics and in-depth analyses of four games.
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433 min4-part US History course19 CQ
In this course, Mr. Striplin presents fun history lessons on the first presidents of the United States—Washington, Adams, Jefferson, and Madison— and shows how they shaped America as a nation.
In this course, Mr. Striplin presents fun history lessons on the first presidents of the United States—Washington, Adams, Jefferson, and Madison— and shows how they shaped America as a nation.
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1049 min10-part French course31 CQ
Want to learn the basics of French, but not sure where to begin? Get your feet wet in this fun 10 Days of French course designed for beginners. Get your French conversation skills quickly up to speed!
with Parler FrançaisWant to learn the basics of French, but not sure where to begin? Get your feet wet in this fun 10 Days of French course designed for beginners. Get your French conversation skills quickly up to speed!
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354 min3-part Philosophy course29 CQ
Do humans have purpose before they exist? In this philosophy course, learn why Jean-Paul Sartre rejects essence before existence with a detailed look at his essay, "Existentialism Is a Humanism."
with Gregory SadlerDo humans have purpose before they exist? In this philosophy course, learn why Jean-Paul Sartre rejects essence before existence with a detailed look at his essay, "Existentialism Is a Humanism."