The best free AI courses and certificates for upskilling in 2026 - and I've tried them all

I've worked with AI for decades and have a master's degree in education. Here are the top free AI courses online that I recommend - and why.
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Integrating categorical and continuous data in a cluster-then-classify methodology for predicting undergraduate student success

Abstract: Student retention in higher education remains a significant challenge despite decades of research. This study introduces a novel cluster-label-classify methodology to predict at-risk ...
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Predicting HIV Diagnosis Among Emerging Adults Using Electronic Health Records and Health Survey Data in All of Us Research Program

Abstract: The global decline in HIV incidence has not been mirrored in the United States, where young adults (ages 18-29) continue to account for a significant portion of new infections. In this study ...