How to Bridge Online Course

Provided by Othering & Belonging Institute University

Houston, TX · Self-paced online

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This free online course teaches you how to have better conversations with people who think differently than you. You'll learn from experts about asking good questions, talking to strangers, and understanding different viewpoints. The course includes videos, writing exercises, and practical tips you can use in tough conversations. It takes about 1 hour to complete and you get a certificate when you finish. Perfect for anyone who wants to build bridges between different groups of people.

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Open to all levels

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Free

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Self-paced online

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Othering & Belonging Institute University

Learn to build a world where everyone belongs. Take free classes with the Othering & Belonging Institute at UC Berkeley, the experts in helping changemakers from around the world build more just and inclusive communities.

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