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World History Courses

World History courses can help you learn about major events, cultural developments, and the impact of historical figures across different eras. You can build skills in critical analysis, research methodologies, and effective communication of historical narratives. Many courses introduce tools such as timelines, primary source analysis, and digital archives, which enhance your ability to interpret historical data and connect past events to contemporary issues.


Popular World History Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    Applied Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Plotly, Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Data Import/Export, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Machine Learning

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    IBM

    IBM AI Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Software Development Life Cycle, Large Language Modeling, Software Architecture, Computer Vision, LangChain, ChatGPT, Responsive Web Design, Restful API, LLM Application, Generative AI, Responsible AI, IBM Cloud, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Engineering Software, Workflow Management, Machine Learning, Data Science

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    Tel Aviv University

    The Fall and Rise of Jerusalem

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Timelines, Governance, Research Methodologies, Cultural Diversity

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    IBM

    Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Web Scraping, SQL, Descriptive Statistics, Jupyter, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Statistical Methods, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, Data Import/Export, Data Science, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming

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    Google

    Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Google Sheets, Business Analytics, Spreadsheet Software, Analytical Skills, Tableau Software, Data Sharing, Data Collection, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, SQL

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    Google

    Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Research, Design Thinking, Usability, User Centered Design, User Interface (UI), Mockups, Prototyping, Sprint Retrospectives, Wireframing, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Sprint Planning

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    IBM

    Introduction to Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Peer Review, Jupyter, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Data Modeling, Data Collection, Business Analysis, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, Databases, Data Science, Big Data, Computer Programming Tools, Query Languages, Data Visualization Software, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Cloud Computing, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Generative AI, Supervised Learning, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Debugging, Performance Tuning, Python Programming, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Machine Learning Algorithms

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    Duke University

    Art of the MOOC: Art, Culture, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, World Music, Disabilities, Art History, Music History, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Community Organizing, Liberal Arts, Interactive Learning, Peer Review, Musical Composition, Cultural Diversity, Aesthetics, Music, Music Theory, Sociology, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Communication

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Reimagining Blackness and Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Public History, Community Development, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Creativity, Art History, Design, Cultural Diversity, Photography

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    Sapienza University of Rome

    L’Egitto prima e dopo i faraoni. Dalla nascita dello Stato (3000 a.C. ca.) alle prime comunità cristiane (IV secolo d.C.)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, European History, World History, Anthropology, Political Sciences, Psychology

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Applied Data Science: IBM
  • IBM AI Developer: IBM
  • The Fall and Rise of Jerusalem: Tel Aviv University
  • Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL: IBM
  • Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere: Google
  • Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design: Google
  • Introduction to Data Science: IBM
  • Deep Learning: DeepLearning.AI
  • Art of the MOOC: Art, Culture, and Society: Duke University
  • Reimagining Blackness and Architecture: The Museum of Modern Art

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