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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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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Korean Music, A Philosophical Exploration

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music History, Music Theory, World Music, Classical Music, Aesthetics, Culture, Language Competency, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

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

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    University of Science and Technology of China

    信息社会的机遇和挑战

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Learning Strategies, World History, Personal Development, Sociology, Self-Awareness, Social Impact, Trend Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Automation, Digital Transformation, Information Technology, Data Storage

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality: Cosmos

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Physics, Laboratory Experience, Physical Science, Experimentation, Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, World History, European History, electromagnetics

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Retail Management: Analyze, Plan & Strategize

    Skills you'll gain: Retail Management, Retail Store Operations, Retail Sales, Merchandising, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Product Assortment, Promotional Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Market Intelligence, Integrated Marketing Communications, Consumer Behaviour, Promotions and Campaigns, Marketing Communications, Operations Management, Financial Management, Competitive Analysis, Organizational Structure

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    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Council on Exercise

    Foundations of Effective Behavior Change Coaching

    Skills you'll gain: Health And Wellness Coaching, Motivational Interviewing, Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Coaching, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Overcoming Obstacles, Problem Solving, Behavior Management, Treatment Planning, Accountability, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Empathy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Economics: Society, Markets, and [In]equality

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Systems, Social Studies, Economics, Market Dynamics, Social Justice, Economic Development, Labor Relations, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, International Relations, Business Economics, World History, Financial Systems, Behavioral Economics, Financial Policy, Leadership, Critical Thinking, Communication

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Optimizing Your Workflow with GitHub Copilot and VS Code

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, Test Case, Version Control, Code Review, Integrated Development Environments, Software Versioning, Software Documentation, Program Development, Development Environment, Project Planning, Project Management, Debugging

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Introduction to Git and GitHub Basics

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Unix Commands, Unix Shell, Software Versioning, Linux Commands, Shell Script, Command-Line Interface, Collaborative Software, Software Configuration Management, Software Installation, Configuration Management, File Systems, File Management, System Configuration

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    Basic Inferential Statistics for Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Sample Size Determination, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Statistical Reporting, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Statistical Software, Correlation Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Inference, Statistics, Data Analysis, Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Probability, Scientific Methods, Analytical Skills, Regression Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    The Piano Sonata: Beethoven and the Romantics

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Classical Music, Music History, Musical Composition, Instrumental Music, Music, Music Performance

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    又見大觀:《紅樓夢》中的烏托邦 (The Red Chamber Dream (3): Daguan Garden)

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Design, Aesthetics, Design Elements And Principles, Art History, Layout Design, Liberal Arts

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Master The Art of Digital Marketing with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Canva (Software), Marketing Design, Marketing Collateral, Marketing Materials, Advertising, Branding, Marketing, Brand Awareness, Creative Design, Promotional Materials, Graphic Design, Aesthetics, Digital Marketing

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Korean Music, A Philosophical Exploration: Sungkyunkwan University
  • 信息社会的机遇和挑战: University of Science and Technology of China
  • Question Reality: Cosmos: Dartmouth College
  • Retail Management: Analyze, Plan & Strategize: EDUCBA
  • Foundations of Effective Behavior Change Coaching: American Council on Exercise
  • Economics: Society, Markets, and [In]equality: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Optimizing Your Workflow with GitHub Copilot and VS Code: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Git and GitHub Basics: Packt
  • Basic Inferential Statistics for Psychology: American Psychological Association
  • The Piano Sonata: Beethoven and the Romantics: University of Michigan

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