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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 Philosophy Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Diagram Design, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Language Learning, Language Competency, Research, World History, Social Studies, Anthropology, Discussion Facilitation, Literacy

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Organising an Empire: The Assyrian Way

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Governance, Social Studies, World History, Anthropology, Diplomacy, Sociology, Political Sciences, Economics

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    The University of Melbourne

    Sexing the Canvas: Art and Gender

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, World History, Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Peer Review, Constructive Feedback, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Student Engagement, Stress Management, Organizational Skills, Planning

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    University of Michigan

    Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change

    Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Community and Social Work, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Advocacy, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Awareness, Research, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Systems Thinking, Human Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Introduzione alla Storia dell'Architettura Contemporanea

    Skills you'll gain: Architectural Design, Art History, Architecture and Construction, Aesthetics, European History, Design Elements And Principles, Design

    4.8
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    185 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of New Mexico

    Negocios Internacionales I

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Social Sciences, International Relations, Global Marketing, Intercultural Competence, Socioeconomics, Political Sciences, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Business Economics, Economics, Economic Development, World History, Business Strategies, Operations Management

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Quality Management, Team Management, Team Building, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Process, Production Process, Root Cause Analysis, Decision Making

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Safety Standards, Safety Training, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Administration, Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Problem Management, Risk Analysis

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    National Taiwan University

    史記 (Shi Ji)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Timelines, Research, Liberal Arts, Research Methodologies, Case Studies, Storytelling, Culture, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Sapienza University of Rome

    Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Methodologies, Investigation, Spatial Analysis, Art History, Geographic Information Systems, World History, Cultural Responsiveness, Data Integration, Culture, Information Systems

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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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Korean Philosophy Essentials: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Organising an Empire: The Assyrian Way: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Sexing the Canvas: Art and Gender: The University of Melbourne
  • Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen: University of California, Irvine
  • Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change: University of Michigan
  • Introduzione alla Storia dell'Architettura Contemporanea: Politecnico di Milano
  • Negocios Internacionales I: University of New Mexico
  • Six Sigma Principles : Kennesaw State University
  • Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I): Johns Hopkins University
  • 史記 (Shi Ji): National Taiwan University

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