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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.


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    Columbia University

    The Age of Sustainable Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Socioeconomics, Community Development, Social Justice, Human Development, Environmental Science, Economics, Health Policy, Natural Resource Management, Public Health, Food Services, World History

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Operations Research, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Pseudocode, Design Strategies, Computer Science, Tree Maps, Encryption, Linear Algebra, Combinatorics, Data Science, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Python Programming

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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    Psychology of Substance Use, Depressive Disorders, & Trauma

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Substance Abuse, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Trauma Care, Mental Health, Psychology, Psychosocial Assessments, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Health, Psychotherapy, Pharmacology, Diagnostic Tests, Psychological Evaluations, Neurology, Cultural Diversity, Patient Treatment, Epidemiology, Patient Evaluation

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    148 reviews

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    National Taiwan University

    中國古代歷史與人物:秦始皇(Qin Shi Huang)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Liberal Arts, Case Studies, Social Studies, Art History, Cultural Responsiveness, Timelines, Storytelling, Political Sciences, Culture, Governance

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    228 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Informatics, Biostatistics, Molecular Biology, Data Analysis Software, Biology, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Processing

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    284 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    The Korean Alphabet: An Introduction to Hangeul

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Language Competency, Literacy, Vocabulary, Ancient History

    4.7
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    506 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Cuidado de heridas en el ámbito hospitalario

    Skills you'll gain: Wound Care, Patient Evaluation, Surgical Suturing, Clinical Assessment, Pain Management, Medical History Documentation, Basic Nursing Skills, Basic Patient Care, Infection Control, Clinical Practices, Nutritional Assessment, Anatomy

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Fundamental Neuroscience for Neuroimaging

    Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Neurology, Medical Imaging, Diagnostic Radiology, Anatomy, Radiology, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Experimentation, Research Design, Biomedical Technology, Image Analysis, Physiology, Medical Terminology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ESSEC Business School

    International and Cross-Cultural Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Negotiation, International Relations

    4.7
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    662 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yeshiva University

    Arch of Titus: Rome and the Menorah

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, Research, Color Theory, Timelines, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling

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    123 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Moses' Face: Moses' images as reflected in Jewish literature

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Public History, Research, Liberal Arts, Storytelling, Cultural Diversity

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Public Art and Pedagogy

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Peer Review, Pedagogy, Art History, Digital pedagogy, Social Sciences, Blended Learning, Aesthetics, Creativity, Political Sciences, Community Development, Social Impact, Case Studies, Photography

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    129 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The Age of Sustainable Development: Columbia University
  • Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Psychology of Substance Use, Depressive Disorders, & Trauma: American Psychological Association
  • 中國古代歷史與人物:秦始皇(Qin Shi Huang): National Taiwan University
  • Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法: Peking University
  • The Korean Alphabet: An Introduction to Hangeul: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Cuidado de heridas en el ámbito hospitalario: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Fundamental Neuroscience for Neuroimaging: Johns Hopkins University
  • International and Cross-Cultural Negotiation: ESSEC Business School
  • Arch of Titus: Rome and the Menorah: Yeshiva University

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