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Ancient History Courses

Ancient history courses can help you learn about significant civilizations, key historical events, and cultural developments from various eras. You can build skills in critical analysis, historical interpretation, and effective research methods. Many courses introduce tools like primary source analysis and digital mapping techniques, which help you visualize historical trends and understand the context of ancient societies.


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    Rice University

    America Through Foreign Eyes

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Liberal Arts, International Relations, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Economics, Sociology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    403 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Principles of Photo Composition and Digital Image Post-Production

    Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Photography, Photo Editing, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Image Quality, Photo/Video Production and Technology, File Management, Storytelling

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

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Colors, Bodies, Power

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Disabilities, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Aesthetics, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Advocacy, World History, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Automotive Industrial Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Transportation Management, Operations Management, Corporate Strategy, Business Strategy, Business Management, Manufacturing Processes, Sustainable Business, Mechanical Engineering, Strategic Planning, Procurement, Materials science, Innovation, Technology Strategies

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    137 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Austral

    Red de sentidos: Arte, educación y procesos creativos

    Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Planning, Art History, Teaching, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Pedagogy, Aesthetics, Mathematics Education, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Research, Collaboration, Science and Research

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    135 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Modern & Contemporary American Poetry (“ModPo”)

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Liberal Arts, Literacy, World History, Performing Arts

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    660 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    EKP2: Formation of Korean Neo-Confucianism

    Skills you'll gain: Diagram Design, Liberal Arts, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Discussion Facilitation, Ancient History

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    The University of Chicago

    Critical Issues in Urban Education

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Teaching, Public History, Higher Education, Social Studies, Common Core Standards, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Political Sciences, Research, Governance, Socioeconomics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    75 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    McMaster University

    DNA Decoded

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare Ethics, Science and Research

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Encryption, FinTech, Data Sharing, Transaction Processing, Fraud detection, Distributed Computing, Payment Systems, Data Integrity, Emerging Technologies, Digital Assets, Authentications, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, Data Security, Computer Systems, Software Architecture, Network Security, Software Versioning

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    231 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Toronto

    The Social Context of Mental Health and Illness

    Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Health Disparities, Mental Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Socioeconomics, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Medical History Documentation, Family Support, Caregiving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    586 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Littérature mondiale

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Education and Training, Teaching, Pedagogy, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Aesthetics

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • America Through Foreign Eyes: Rice University
  • Principles of Photo Composition and Digital Image Post-Production: Michigan State University
  • ART of the MOOC: Colors, Bodies, Power: Duke University
  • Automotive Industrial Engineering: Starweaver
  • Red de sentidos: Arte, educación y procesos creativos: Universidad Austral
  • Modern & Contemporary American Poetry (“ModPo”): University of Pennsylvania
  • EKP2: Formation of Korean Neo-Confucianism: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Critical Issues in Urban Education: The University of Chicago
  • DNA Decoded: McMaster University
  • Blockchain: University of California, Irvine

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