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American History Courses

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.

Popular American History Courses and Certifications


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    American Psychological Association

    Statistics in Psychological Research

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Data Literacy, Graphing, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Descriptive Analytics, Sample Size Determination, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Exploratory Data Analysis, Science and Research, Psychology, Bayesian Statistics, Research Design

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Modern Hebrew Poetry שירה עברית מודרנית

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, European History, World History, Literacy, Liberal Arts, Aesthetics

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    Skillshare

    Complete Beginners Guide to Blender 3D

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Autodesk, Graphical Tools, Timelines, Graphics Software, UI Components, User Interface (UI), File Management, Software Versioning, Software Installation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Six Sigma White Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Quality Improvement, Quality Management, Kaizen Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Quality Management Systems, Process Improvement, Pareto Chart, Quality Control, Statistical Process Controls, Data Analysis, Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Correlation Analysis, Diagram Design, Prioritization

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    88 reviews

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    University of Colorado System

    Genetic Epidemiology Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Statistical Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Data Quality, Statistical Modeling, Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Molecular Biology, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Data Validation, Data Cleansing

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Evolution Today

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Human Development, Environment, Culture, Molecular Biology, Natural Resource Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    170 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Project Planning and Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Big Data, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, File Systems, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Internet Of Things, Supervised Learning, Product Planning, Data Storage Technologies, Unsupervised Learning, Data Storage, Project Planning, Plan Execution

    Build toward a degree

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Policy, Public Policies, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Public Health, Case Studies

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    82 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology)

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, Data Sharing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Open Source Technology, Informatics, Intellectual Property, Technical Writing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    3D Printing Hardware

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, 3D Modeling, Design Software, Electronic Hardware, Manufacturing Processes, Digital Design, Mechanical Design, Control Systems, Materials science, Electronic Components, Mechanical Engineering, Machine Controls, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Open Source Technology

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    Amazon Web Services

    Introduction to Generative AI - Art of the Possible

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Bedrock, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Machine Learning Methods

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Affairs, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Game Theory, Demography, Mathematical Modeling, Decision Intelligence, General Mathematics, Diversity Awareness, Logical Reasoning, Applied Mathematics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular american history courses

  • Statistics in Psychological Research: American Psychological Association
  • Modern Hebrew Poetry שירה עברית מודרנית : Hebrew University of Jerusalem
  • Complete Beginners Guide to Blender 3D: Skillshare
  • Six Sigma White Belt: Packt
  • Genetic Epidemiology Foundations: University of Colorado System
  • Evolution Today : Universiteit Leiden
  • Project Planning and Machine Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy: Johns Hopkins University
  • Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology): Politecnico di Milano
  • 3D Printing Hardware: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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