American History courses can help you learn about key events, influential figures, and social movements that shaped the nation. You can build skills in critical analysis, historical interpretation, and effective communication of complex ideas. Many courses introduce tools like primary source documents, timelines, and digital archives, which enhance your understanding of historical context and enable you to engage with various perspectives on American identity and culture.

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Behavioral Health, Literacy, Language Learning, Language Competency, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Vocabulary, Nutrition and Diet, Ancient History, Writing
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Databases, Database Development, Database Management, Acceptance Testing, Data Architecture, Web Applications, Microservices, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, System Testing, Data Infrastructure, Software Systems, System Monitoring, Functional Requirement, Application Deployment, Site Reliability Engineering, Middleware, Distributed Computing, Prototyping, Big Data
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Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, File Systems, Remote Access Systems, Operating System Administration, Linux Commands, File Management, System Configuration, Unix, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Systems Administration, Authorization (Computing), Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Open Source Technology, VPN Clients, User Accounts
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Code Review, Open Source Technology, Code Reusability, GitHub, Scientific Methods, Software Documentation, Science and Research, Technical Documentation, Informatics, Software Versioning, R (Software), Data Analysis, Programming Principles, R Programming, Git (Version Control System), Integrated Development Environments
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), GitHub, Front-End Web Development, Application Deployment, Web Development, User Interface (UI) Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Needs Assessment, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Innovation, Compassion, Education and Training, Professionalism, Entrepreneurship, Social Impact, Community and Social Work, Personal Integrity, Community Outreach, Leadership Development, Community Development, Social Justice, Leadership Studies, Teaching, Habit Formation, Empathy
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Human Centered Design, Human Computer Interaction, Generative AI, Interaction Design, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Deep Learning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, European History, Social Justice, World History, Cultural Diversity, Culture, International Relations, Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Impact, Political Sciences
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Target Market, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Planning, Campaign Planning, Integrated Marketing Communications, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing, Target Audience, Marketing Effectiveness, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Market Research, Marketing Communications, Data-Driven Marketing, Communication Strategies, Emerging Technologies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Medical Privacy, Clinical Research Ethics, Automation, Robotics, Medical Science and Research, Health Information Management, Emerging Technologies, Health Care, Medical Devices, Information Privacy, Health Technology, Safety Assurance, Digital Transformation, Case Studies
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Kaizen Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Process Capability, Six Sigma Methodology, Risk Analysis, Process Improvement and Optimization, Quality Improvement, Process Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Continuous Improvement Process, Quality Assessment, Risk Management, Quality Monitoring, Business Process, Business Process Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Equities, Employee Relations, Social Justice, Program Implementation, Compensation Management, Case Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economic Development, Collaboration, Community Development, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Management, Business Transformation, Succession Planning, Research, Business Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks