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    Explore American history from colonization to the present. Understand key events, figures, and movements that shaped the nation.

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      California Institute of the Arts

      Ideas from the History of Graphic Design

      Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Art History, Design, Design Strategies, Typography, Branding, Aesthetics, Creativity

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

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      University of Geneva

      Introduction aux Droits de l’Homme

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Legal Research, International Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Proceedings, Case Law, World History, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Diplomacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Roman Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Architectural Design, Architecture and Construction, Construction, Civil Engineering, European History, World History, Cultural Diversity, Research and Design, Design Elements And Principles

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      689 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Homeland Security & Cybersecurity Connection - It's Not About the Terrorists

      Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Public Safety and National Security, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Security Strategy, Threat Modeling, World History, Risk Management Framework

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      380 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Narrative Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Economics, Economic Development, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Socioeconomics, Social Studies, Consumer Behaviour, Analysis, Complex Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      798 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Internet History, Technology, and Security

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, Web Applications, Computer Networking, Encryption, Web Development, Web Servers, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Six Sigma Tools for Define and Measure

      Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Project Management, Project Planning, Data Validation, Process Mapping, Statistics, Stakeholder Management, Customer Insights, Statistical Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Fundamental Neuroscience for Neuroimaging

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

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

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      Wesleyan University

      Abnormal Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Motivational Interviewing, Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Behavior Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental Health, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Experimentation, Interpersonal Communications, Stress Management, Learning Theory, Health Disparities, Goal Setting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      679 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Stanford University

      Introduction to Clinical Data

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Ethics, Clinical Research, Clinical Data Management, Health Informatics, Medical Records, Unstructured Data, Health Care, Data Mining, Electronic Medical Record, Data Collection, Data Manipulation, Health Disparities, Text Mining, Data Processing, Medical Imaging

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      447 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Mountains 101

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Physical Science, Biology, Water Resources, Environmental Monitoring, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Risk Management, Anthropology, World History

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of New Mexico

      International Business I

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Sciences, Economic Development, Global Marketing, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, World History, Business Economics, Economics, Business, Financial Market

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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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

    • Ideas from the History of Graphic Design: California Institute of the Arts
    • Introduction aux Droits de l’Homme: University of Geneva
    • Roman Architecture: Yale University
    • Homeland Security & Cybersecurity Connection - It's Not About the Terrorists: University of Colorado System
    • Narrative Economics: Yale University
    • Internet History, Technology, and Security: University of Michigan
    • Six Sigma Tools for Define and Measure: Kennesaw State University
    • Fundamental Neuroscience for Neuroimaging: Johns Hopkins University
    • Abnormal Psychology: Wesleyan University
    • Introduction to Clinical Data: Stanford University

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