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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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    Google

    Introduction to Git and GitHub

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Continuous Integration, Software Versioning, Collaborative Software, Software Development Tools, Code Review, Issue Tracking, Command-Line Interface

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tel Aviv University

    The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, World History, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Culture, Socioeconomics, Governance

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    Michigan State University

    Cameras, Exposure, and Photography

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Peer Review, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Image Quality, Creativity, Design Elements And Principles

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Odesa, Ukraine: Jews in the Modern World

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, World History, European History, Labor Law, Music History, Social Justice, Immigration Law, Art History, Socioeconomics, Economics

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Aesthetics, Culture, World History, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Writing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    The Business of Music Production

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Music History, Contract Negotiation, Music, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Lawsuits, Negotiation, Media Production, Instrumental Music, Automation, Entrepreneurship, File Management, Business, Legal Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Writing, Digital Assets, Innovation, Team Management

    4.8
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Introduction and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Machine Learning

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Korean Philosophy Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Language Learning, Research, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, World History, Social Studies, Anthropology, Graphical Tools

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    232 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Sports and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Anthropology, International Relations, World History, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Economics, Political Sciences, Psychology

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Amsterdam

    Quantitative Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Social Sciences, Experimentation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Archaeology and Heritage of Africa

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, Case Studies, Anthropology, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Surveys, Research, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Sustainable Systems, Scientific Methods, Cultural Responsiveness, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Environment

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    The Business of Health Care

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Financial Statements, Social Determinants Of Health, Managed Care, Operations Management, Income Statement, Employee Performance Management, Financial Analysis, Leadership and Management, Health Systems, Health Care Administration, Innovation, Value-Based Care, Business Reporting, Decision Making, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Insurance

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Introduction to Git and GitHub: Google
  • The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II: Tel Aviv University
  • Cameras, Exposure, and Photography: Michigan State University
  • Odesa, Ukraine: Jews in the Modern World: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • The Business of Music Production: Berklee
  • Generative AI: Introduction and Applications: IBM
  • Korean Philosophy Essentials: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Sports and Society: Duke University
  • Quantitative Methods: University of Amsterdam

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