Nanyang Technological University Courses

Foundations of E-Commerce

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Class Central TipsLearn How to Sign up to Coursera courses for free1600+ Coursera Courses That Are Still Completely FreeThisis a course about the fundamentals of the online/digital world.  It’s aim to provide a set of concepts andtools with which to view online developments. These concepts are the language and the vocabulary which can explain andalso predict how technology impacts different industries.Thecourse is not an overview of EC or IT developments but rather ways in which wecan make sense of EC and IT developments. Thus, the emphasis is not on the “what” but on the “why.”Inthe first 5 weeks, different concepts and their significance are explained.  The role of these concepts in explaining thesuccess of dominant, marquee companies is also discussed.Inthe 6th and final week, participants observe how these concepts applyto different contexts.  These contextsare case studies of multiple companies. Actual class discussions are shown toillustrate how the concepts can be used to understand and predict IT-driventransformations.

Beauty, Form & Function: An Exploration of Symmetry

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Class Central TipsLearn How to Sign up to Coursera courses for free1600+ Coursera Courses That Are Still Completely FreeSymmetry is everywhere. In the grand scheme of things it is the blueprint by which the universe operates. We see symmetry in nature, art, architecture, science and engineering. This course explores the Beauty, Form and Function of Symmetry in common objects, then progresses to investigate tiling and tessellation, with the extension of these concepts to the atomic structure of crystals.To amplify these ideas, you will undertake field-exercises and be introduced to specialists – botanists, artists, geomancers, historians, scientists and engineers - that work with symmetry, and who will provide their personal insights into its ‘magic’ and impact on their disciplines.

Explorations in Confucian Philosophy

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Class Central TipsLearn How to Sign up to Coursera courses for free1600+ Coursera Courses That Are Still Completely FreeIs Confucianism synonymous with Chinese culture? While it may be an overstatement to equate the two, there is little doubt that Confucianism pervades every level of Chinese culture and society. To be sure, other traditions such as Daoism and Buddhism have also left an indelible mark; nevertheless, Confucianism remains central to the shaping of the Chinese imagination. The influence of Confucianism extends beyond China to East Asia and through migration and cultural diffusion, other parts of the world. Confucianism traces its origins to the teachings of Confucius. What makes Confucius so special and what did he teach? This course will explore some of the key concepts in Confucian philosophy. Much of the discussion will centre on the Analects of Confucius, the foundational text of Confucian wisdom, although attention will also be given to the subsequent unfolding of the Confucian tradition. We will attempt to situate Confucian philosophy in its own context and to bring out its contemporary significance. Confucianism is a living tradition. Its vitality hinges on not only its continuing relevance in Chinese society but also its contribution to meeting the global challenges confronting the world today. There are no prerequisites for this course, other than a keen interest in Chinese tradition and culture, and the willingness to engage the Analects of Confucius.

An Exploration of Symmetry (Eligible for NTU Credit)

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Class Central TipsLearn How to Sign up to Coursera courses for free1600+ Coursera Courses That Are Still Completely Free Nanyang Technological Universityand Coursera are proud to offer Beauty, Form & Function: An Exploration ofSymmetry that caters to both non-specialists via a non-academic credit on-demand version (https://www.coursera.org/learn/symmetry) and specialists through this academic credit fixed-session version.  Below can be found the:Syllabus • Grading Scheme • Recommended Readings • Required Background • Essential Resources • Student Responsibility • FAQsSymmetry is everywhere. In thegrand scheme of things it is the blueprint by which the universe operates. Wesee symmetry in nature, art, architecture, science and engineering. This courseexplores the Beauty, Form and Function of Symmetry in common objects, thenprogresses to investigate tiling and tessellation, gems and crystals, andfinally its indispensable role in technology. Symmetry and asymmetry are also key factors that ensure the successfulreproduction of plants and animals. For example, the bilateral symmetry oforchids is widely admired and this geometry is essential for insects to pollinatethese flowers.Duration: 8 weeksTime Commitment: 7-10 hours perweekTarget Group: Scientists andEngineers (current and prospective NTU students)Recognition: Verified Certificate through Signature Track enrollmentNTU Academic Units: VerifiedCertificate Students earn 3 Academic UnitsNTU Course Type:  Unrestricted Elective or General ElectiveThis course gives you the means to address several fundamental questions.What tags do we recognize in decorative arrangements?What guidelines shape the patterns in the world around us?What functions do these symmetrical patterns serve?How are drug and materials design engineered throughatomic scale symmetry?How is the internalarrangement of atoms reflected by crystal faceting?How does symmetry manipulation create polytypes, polymorphs and polysomes?To amplify these ideas, you willundertake field-exercises and be introduced to specialists - botanists,artists, geomancers, historians, scientists and engineers - that work withsymmetry, and who will provide their personal insights into its ‘magic’ andimpact on their disciplines.The option of earning AUs is opento all students. It is not necessary to be already enrolled at NTU.  Once earned, the AUs remain valid for 3years.Course DifficultyThis is a challenging course with 65% of students rating the material as Difficult to Very Difficult, but many find the subject matter stimulating.

Motivating Gen Z Learners: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know

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Class Central TipsLearn How to Sign up to Coursera courses for free1600+ Coursera Courses That Are Still Completely FreeThe purpose of this course is to equip parents and educators with the knowledge of motivational theories and their application in real-life contexts.Following the storyline of two children, Bob and Sarah, course participants are presented with a variety of problem scenarios. These depict common motivational issues that the participants can resolve using the motivational principles described in the course. Through the various sessions, parents and educators will progressively build a repertoire of strategies that enable them to better understand the Gen Z learners and to enhance their motivation to learn. Course participants will also have the opportunity to check their own understanding through quizzes and to interact with one another through discussion forums.This course was created with the National Institute of Education at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.About National Institute of Education (NIE)As an autonomous institute of the Nanyang Technological University, the National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, is Singapore’s national teacher education institute and plays a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes. Its university-based teacher education programmes leverage the strong partnerships with the Ministry of Education and Singapore schools to develop teachers who are grounded in theory and strong in practice. As an institute within a world-class research university, NIE also offers rigorous graduate education in the form of masters and doctoral programmes for local and international students.