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42 self-paced curricula built from our open-access textbooks

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Computer Science — Programming Languages Advanced COBOL 10 modules 305 pages Computer Science — Ethics & Society AI Ethics 10 modules 304 pages Computer Science — Artificial Intelligence AI Literacy 9 modules 40 pages Business — Artificial Intelligence & Analytics AI & ML for Business 10 modules 304 pages Computer Science — Artificial Intelligence AI Engineering 11 modules 307 pages Social Science — Psychology & Media Studies Algorithmic Addiction 9 modules 303 pages Social Science — Psychology Applied Psychology 9 modules 303 pages Mathematics — Statistics & Data Science College Football Analytics 8 modules 213 pages Business — Digital Entrepreneurship Creator Economy 11 modules 318 pages Science — Interdisciplinary Studies Pattern Recognition 10 modules 322 pages Social Science — Data Ethics & Society Data & Society 10 modules 305 pages Computer Science — Cybersecurity Ethical Hacking 11 modules 318 pages Social Science — Cultural Studies Fandom 11 modules 332 pages Social Science — History & Regional Studies History of Appalachia 11 modules 324 pages Social Science — Psychology & Cognitive Science How Humans Get Stuck 7 modules 285 pages Social Science — Communication & Psychology Handling Confrontation 10 modules 306 pages Science — Home Science & Engineering How Your House Works 11 modules 306 pages Computer Science — Database Systems IBM DB2 10 modules 282 pages Computer Science — Programming Languages Intermediate COBOL 10 modules 334 pages Computer Science — Programming Intro CS Python 11 modules 44 pages Computer Science — Data Science Intro to Data Science 8 modules 266 pages Mathematics — Statistics Introductory Statistics 11 modules 216 pages Computer Science — Programming Languages Learning COBOL 11 modules 322 pages Business — Finance & Economics Prediction Markets 9 modules 316 pages Social Science — Education & Learning Science Metacognition 8 modules 222 pages Social Science — Media & Information Literacy Media Literacy 11 modules 314 pages Mathematics — Statistics & Data Science NFL Analytics 9 modules 182 pages Science — Physics & Music Physics of Music 11 modules 316 pages Social Science — Political Science & Data Political Analytics 11 modules 324 pages Mathematics — Statistics & Data Science Basketball Analytics 9 modules 214 pages Mathematics — Statistics & Data Science Soccer Analytics 8 modules 230 pages Social Science — Media & Communication Propaganda 10 modules 304 pages Computer Science — Programming Python for Business 7 modules 298 pages Science — Physics Quantum Mechanics 10 modules 303 pages Business — Finance & Technology RegTech 10 modules 307 pages Social Science — Psychology & Behavioral Science Science of Seduction 11 modules 320 pages Mathematics — Probability & Statistics Sports Betting 12 modules 322 pages Social Science — Surveillance & Privacy Architecture of Surveillance 9 modules 299 pages Social Science — Behavioral Science & Statistics Science of Luck 10 modules 306 pages Computer Science — Software Engineering Vibe Coding 9 modules 316 pages Social Science — Media Studies & Psychology Why They Watch 10 modules 308 pages Computer Science — Applied Technology Working with AI 9 modules 316 pages

How It Works

1

Pick a Course

Browse the catalog above and choose a course that matches your interests or career goals.

2

Follow the Syllabus

Each course provides a structured module-by-module plan with readings, exercises, and projects.

3

Learn at Your Own Pace

There are no deadlines and no sign-ups. Spend as much time as you need on each module.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these real courses?

Yes. Each course is a structured curriculum built from the chapters of our comprehensive textbooks. The content is organized into weekly modules with clear learning progressions, just like a university course. The only difference is that you can move at your own pace and everything is free.

Do I get a certificate?

No, we do not offer formal certificates of completion. However, the knowledge and skills you gain are real and practical. The content in our courses matches the depth and rigor of paid programs, and you can demonstrate what you have learned through projects and portfolio work.

Can instructors use these courses?

Absolutely. Instructors are welcome to use our syllabi as a starting point for their own courses, assign individual modules as reading, or share the course pages directly with students. Visit our For Instructors page for more details on using DataField.Dev in the classroom.

Are these competency-based?

Yes. Our courses are self-paced and mastery-focused, making them ideal for competency-based education. Each course covers a complete subject area with practical exercises and real-world examples. Visit our Competency-Based Education page to learn more about how our resources support CBE programs.