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 Austral

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, Legal Technology, Digital Transformation, Public Administration, Distributed Computing, Financial Services, Governance, Cryptography, World History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Sociology, Social Sciences, Diversity Awareness, World History, Anthropology, Social Determinants Of Health, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Research, Political Sciences, Biomedical Technology, Research Methodologies, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    364 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, World History, Social Studies, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Storytelling, World History, Writing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    6 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yonsei University

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, World History, Demography, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    319 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Development, Conflict Management, Crisis Intervention, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainable Development, Social and Human Services, International Relations, Diversity Awareness, Legal Research, Sociology, Advocacy, World History, Storytelling

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    80 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Studies, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Environment and Resource Management, Cultural Diversity, Sustainable Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Environmental Laws, World History, Land Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Advocacy, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, International Relations, Environmental Regulations, Biochemistry, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Control, Public Safety and National Security, Personal protective equipment, World History

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    246 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Economic Development, International Finance, World History, Fiscal Management, Economics, Financial Systems, Global Marketing, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Governance, Banking, Growth Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    202 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Nanjing University

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Ancient History, Immigration Law, Demography, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Cultural Diversity

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    105 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, World History, Public History, Liberal Arts

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Human Learning, Environment, World History, Cell Biology, Scientific Methods, European History, Taxonomy, Specimen Collection, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    365 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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