World History

World History explores global historical events, cultural interactions, and societal transformations across different time periods and regions. This skill involves understanding patterns of migration, trade, conflict, and diplomacy that have shaped human civilization. Historians analyze historical sources to interpret the impact of empires, revolutions, and globalization. A comprehensive knowledge of world history enhances cross-cultural understanding, academic research, and the ability to connect historical themes to contemporary issues.
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    Universidad de los Andes

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, World History, Liberal Arts, Writing, Cultural Diversity, Discussion Facilitation, Timelines

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    175 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Media, Art History, Social Studies, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, European History, World History, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    603 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Anthropology, International Relations, World History, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Economics, Political Sciences, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Ancient History, Sociology, Social Sciences, Anthropology, World History, Psychology, Research, Science and Research

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    406 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, Oral Expression, World History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Performing Arts, Art History, Cultural Diversity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    405 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Persuasive Communication, Writing, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Culture, Political Sciences, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, World History, Science and Research, Social Sciences

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    146 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Aesthetics, Timelines, World History, Culture, European History, Design Elements And Principles

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    191 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Aesthetics, Culture, World History, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Writing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    53 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Environmental Policy, Financial Systems, Labor Relations, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Sustainable Development, World History, Governance, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, World History, European History, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, International Relations, Social Justice, Legal Research

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    62 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    761 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Creative Thinking, Research, Critical Thinking, Social Sciences, Ancient History, Decision Making, Analysis, Cultural Diversity, World History, Biology, Physics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    2.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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