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Top 10 New Classes on UniversalClass

Depression Management ($35.00)

Managing Depression is an engaging course that offers an abundance of ideas for taking personal control over the nasty symptoms of depression. Focusing on self-help for mild to moderate depression, this online class identifies the various symptoms of depression, and takes a meaningful and sincere approach, primarily to alternative and self-help therapies. While not excluding traditional and more conventional therapies--such as counseling and medical support--this course also encourages students to take steps to empower themselves to feel better as well as reviews holistic approaches toward the mind and body. Taking responsibility for as much of the healing process as possible – even if it simply means making an appointment with a doctor – is the first step toward more confidence and self-esteem. This class provides an uplifting, upbeat and realistic approach to depression which is intended to energize and encourage learners to face their problems head-on. D. Mithaug

Cell and Molecular Biology 101 ($70.00)

From the laboratory to the real world, cell and molecular biology has a far-ranging impact upon everything from the environment to health and medical issues. Cell and molecular biology enables researchers to study the minute world of microbes and cells. This course will provide a full overview of the world of cell and microbiology. We will first provide the basic components comprised within all living things before moving onto to how organisms\' internal systems work and how they coexist and contend with external elements. Further on in the course, we touch upon more complex subjects such as: DNA and RNA; protein structures; and movement along cellular pathways. And, alas we delve into some of the deeper molecular biological issues, including those of pathogens; formation of cancerous cells; and, one of today\'s hot topics--the facts behind the controversial issue of stem cell research. Despite the small size of researchers\' subjects, cell and molecular biology continues to be an area generating sizable interest. Not only are the applications of cell and molecular biology vastly infinite, its basic fundamental principles are critical to daily life. We believe you will learn a great deal of information from this fascinating course as well as utilize its basic teachings to better understand the world around you. J. Bennett

Photoshop Elements 101 ($30.00)

The Photoshop Elements software package is a condensed version of the popular Adobe Photoshop. Lesser priced, it contains all the features of Photoshop, but contains fewer options that are much easier to understand. Elements was designed with the consumer in mind and is ideal for any budding photography enthusiast, home user with photos they want to organize or edit, or for anyone wishing to do basic photo manipulation or graphic arts. Unlike Photoshop, navigating through Elements and completing tasks is simple. Whether you want to share, organize, or edit photos, you can do it quickly and easily using Elements. In this course, you\'ll learn your way around Elements to make navigating it a breeze. You\'ll also learn all the features and how to utilize the options so that editing, organizing, and sharing your photos is quick and fun. You\'ll learn how to: Ø Upload your photos into Elements. Ø Organize your photos in albums and catalogs. Ø Adjust the colors in your photos to make them crisp and clear. Ø Change the mood of your photos. Ø Crop and resize photos and images. Ø Add layers. Ø Print images. Ø Create albums, calendars, and other projects. Ø Save your projects. Ø Share your photo projects with others. This includes online albums, slideshows, photo emails, and more! It doesn\'t matter if you already use Elements or you\'re completely new to the software. All lessons are comprehensive and easy-to-understand. Using step-by-step directions, you\'ll master even the most complex tasks. By the end of this course, you\'ll know everything about Elements that you need to know to easily organize, edit, print, and share your photos and images S. Mellencamp

Business Credit 101 ($35.00)

Business Credit 101 provides potential and current business owners with the necessary knowledge to successfully use credit within their business. There are many reasons why business operators rely on credit to maximize their business potential, but it is necessary to have an insight into the business credit arena to ensure that business credit is used effectively. This course takes you through the basics of business credit giving you an opportunity to understand what business credit is, how to obtain business credit, the best type of business credit and even explores the taxation aspects of business credit. Business Credit 101 will provide aspiring and current business owners the necessary knowledge to effectively manage their business credit and financial needs. C. Addington

ABC\'s of Technical Writing ($35.00)

Technical writing is the art and science of translating technical information into readable, accessible writing usable by a wide audience. If you have ever read the user\'s manual for a piece of software or equipment you\'ve purchased, you\'ve seen technical writing in action. Creating manuals, help and technical support systems, online help systems, and instruction manuals are some of the main projects technical writers take on. Since nearly every business in every industry imaginable has at least an occasional need to bring technical information to its users and customers, technical writing is found in nearly every business, government agency, and non-profit organization. If you work in a high tech industry, technical writing may be a part of your job description and daily duties. If you love to write, enjoy learning, and have an interest in technology, technical writing can be an exciting, rewarding career in itself. Job opportunities in the field are expected to grow as technology continues to advance. Whether you are called upon to communicate technical information to clients and coworkers, or you are thinking of technical writing as a new and interesting career, this course is designed to help you get started. We\'ll talk more about the kinds of products technical writers get involved in, and discuss the kinds of skills that successful technical writing requires. We\'ll talk about ways to approach and organize a technical writing project, and look at the kinds of materials technical writers produce, from written manuals to video tutorials. For those looking at technical writing as a new career, we\'ll discuss ways of improving your skill set, getting training, making contacts, and breaking into the field. D. Mithaug

Telephone Skills and Quality Customer Service ($45.00)

Today\'s consumers have a variety of options for shopping, obtaining services and getting the help they need. They can use catalogs, the mail, the Internet and face-to-face contact, yet telephone customer service is still the first choice for most customers when they have questions or a problem that needs to be resolved. In order to ensure your customers or clients are happy with the customer service they receive, it\'s even more important for you to provide exceptional customer service, including outstanding telephone service. Consumers expect better service than ever before, and the limitations of telephone communications don\'t exempt you from offering them the satisfaction and resolution they demand. This course focuses on honing outstanding telephone customer service skills in order to meet customer needs and presenting a professional, knowledgeable image that reflects well on your company. When you have finished this course, you will know everything you need to make your customers feel valued and satisfied even under the most difficult circumstances. C. Addington

Quicken Deluxe 2010 ($30.00)

Quicken Deluxe is a personal finance management tool that provides features that we all need to keep track of where our money is going. However, this software gives you more than just the power to log your finances and manage your bills. It can also be used to plan for retirement and increase the amount of money you put into savings. Watch your net worth increase, monitor your 401(k), and pay your mortgage. You can do all this and more with Quicken Deluxe 2010. This course is designed for anyone who has ever used Quicken in the past or is searching for a software program that will help them better manage their money. Starting with the simplest tasks like entering a transaction into your account register and advancing to tracking the price of your most watched securities, you\'ll learn everything you need to know to master this software and take control of your finances – all within this course. Over the duration of this course, you\'ll learn how to: Set up checking, savings, and credit card accounts in Quicken. Manage your accounts online through Quicken. Write and print checks. Schedule bills for payment so you\'re never late again. Monitor your cash flow and increase savings Keep track of all your tax information in one, easy spot. Create tax reports for tax season to make filing easy. Manage your investments and track securitie Use Direct Connect to manage all of your accounts online with just a few clicks of the mouse And, much, much more! Although there are several software programs out there that claim to provide the same benefits that Quicken does, there\'s not one out there that is so easy to use – or so beneficial to your finances. This course will teach you the Quicken interface, then explain how to use all its features to finally take control of your finances once and for all. S. Mellencamp

Statistics 101 ($60.00)

Statistics are used in a variety of contexts ranging from scientific experiments to political advertisements and beyond. Because statistics can be used to mislead, an understanding of the topic can be helpful for more than just the mathematical skills that it imparts: knowledge of statistics theory can also be a strong defense against attempts by the unscrupulous to mislead others. This statistics course introduces the basic concepts of statistical analysis, with a focus on both univariate (single-variable) and bivariate (two-variable) data. The course starts with an introduction to statistics terms and then moves on to organization and display of data. Analysis of univariate data by way of measures of central tendency (such as the mean or average), dispersion (such as the variance), and asymmetry (skewness) is presented next, followed by an introduction to probability theory. The relationship of probability to statistics is also discussed, providing students with the tools they need to understand how chance plays a role in statistical analysis. Statistical distributions, with a focus on the normal distribution and its uses, are also considered, along with a discussion of bivariate data and linear (least-squares) regression. Finally, the course culminates with a low-level introduction to hypothesis testing. Although this last topic could be a course of its own, the student is provided with enough theory and sufficient practice to conduct analyses of simple statistical hypotheses. The course assumes a minimal understanding of and proficiency in algebra, but many of the concepts can be understood, and even many of the calculations performed, without an extensive mathematical background. This course is designed for anyone who wants a little more than just a cursory overview of statistics, but who doesn\'t want to get bogged down in the mathematical theory that underlies it. J. Tsung

Geometry 201: Beginner to Intermediate Level ($50.00)

Although we may not always recognize it, we use basic geometry skills regularly in everyday life. For instance, we consider whether a picture on the wall is parallel with the floor, or we calculate the area of a room when installing new carpeting. Geometry is also an integral part of many other areas of study, including physics and other natural sciences. This course provides a more rigorous mathematical foundation for both practical and theoretical geometric thinking. The course begins by considering basic figures such as points, lines, and planes, and then expands into the concepts of parallelism and perpendicularity as well as more complicated geometric figures such as polygons (triangles, quadrilaterals, and so on) and circles. The course considers mainly two-dimensional figures, but two lessons on three-dimensional geometry provide more complete coverage of the subject. Each successive lesson in the course builds on previous lessons, culminating in lessons that teach the student how to calculate lengths, areas, and volumes of more complicated figures. In addition to its in-depth discussion of the mathematical aspects of geometry, the course also includes lessons on how to draw various figures using a compass and straightedge as well as a lesson on strategy for solving real-world geometry problems. The course concludes by applying all that the student has learned to a brief introduction to trigonometry, thereby providing a jumping-off point for a more rigorous study of geometry as well as other areas of mathematics. By the end of the course, the student should feel comfortable tackling a range of basic to moderately difficult geometry problems. J. Tsung

The Gulf War ($30.00)

In 1990-1991, the United States of America, under President George H. W. Bush, along with several allied nations launched a massive military operation in the tiny nation of Kuwait at the northern boundary of the Persian Gulf. This was the first war following Viet Nam in which America was actively involved in a combat role. Indeed, the United States played a key part in organizing, funding, building, executing, and maintaining the war. It was a historic confrontation in that it was the most widely-seen war in history, covered heavily on television, radio, internet, and other media outlets across the globe. Beginning with Operation Desert Shield, which yielded to the much larger Operation: Desert Storm, this conflict became known as the First Gulf War. This course will examine the history and setting of the Gulf War, the motivations for fighting it, the strategies and tactics that were used, and the battles that were fought. In addition, an examination of how the Gulf War changed the nature of war, the reaction to the conflict at home, and dealing with the aftermath will be undertaken to provide a detailed and comprehensive overview of the conflagration. E. Mackerson

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