Human Dynamics
Course Overview 
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Empathy Development: Grow empathy by valuing diverse perspectives and experiences.
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Bias Challenges: Work against biases and stereotypes to improve fairness and equality.
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Communication Skills: Acquire skills for better communication and meaningful connections.
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Cultural Understanding: Emphasize cultural awareness to prevent miscommunications.
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Diversity Benefits: Recognize the benefits of diversity for personal and community enhancement.
Course Badges
Understand others, understand yourself. These badges celebrate your skills in reading people, navigating groups, and showing up with emotional intelligence.

Glass Vulture – The Noticer
This badge means you’re spotting the patterns behind people’s behavior. The Glass Vulture teaches you to observe before you act.
Earn this badge by completing module 1 of this course.

Lantern Spider – The Weaver
This badge means you’re honoring what makes people unique. Like the Lantern Spider, you’re weaving respect into every interaction.
Earn this badge by completing module 2 of this course.

Storm Bison – The Grounder
This badge proves you can be the calm center of the team. The Storm Bison doesn’t run — it roots and rises.
Earn this badge by completing module 3 of this course.

Echo Shark – The Adapter
This badge shows you’re learning to read the room. The Echo Shark glides between worlds without losing itself — and so do you.
Earn this badge by completing module 4 of this course.
Meet the Course Creator,
Melissa Miletic
Melissa is a dynamic educator with over ten years of experience in education, beginning her journey with a transformative volunteer stint abroad at 18. She has since navigated all facets of education, from policy-making to classroom teaching, driven by her multicultural upbringing and a deep belief in the value of diversity. Committed to providing holistic, inclusive, and high-quality education, Melissa strives to impact learners across all demographics and geographies. Her approach blends modern methodologies with a global perspective, aiming to make learning engaging, relevant, and accessible to everyone. Holding a double bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Communication from the University of South Florida and a master’s in International Education from New York University, Melissa’s expertise lies in crafting educational experiences that resonate universally. Her professional and personal mission is to champion education as a transformative force, bridging cultural divides and fostering understanding in a connected world.
