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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.


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Popular American History Courses and Certifications


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    Universiteit Leiden

    Introduction to Comparative Indo-European Linguistics

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Language Learning, Anthropology, Social Studies, Multilingualism, Literacy, Research, Research Methodologies

    4.6
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    100 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Introducción al Arte Sonoro

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Performing Arts, Music, Music Performance, Music Theory, Aesthetics, Art History, Liberal Arts, Vibrations, Psychology, Experimentation

    4.8
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    285 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Version Control

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Unix Commands, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Linux Commands, Software Versioning, Command-Line Interface, Linux, Collaborative Software, File Management, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Web Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    崑曲之美

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Music Performance, Music, Music Theory, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Classical Music, Art History, Music History

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    702 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Approaching Music Theory: Melodic Forms and Simple Harmony

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Classical Music, Music History, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, World Music

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    168 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Activismo y Movimientos Sociales

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Community Organizing, Performing Arts, Social Justice, Social Impact, Advocacy, Liberal Arts, World History, Culture, Social Sciences, Creativity, Cultural Diversity

    4.6
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    27 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Textual Elements of Design: Fonts, Typography, and Spacing

    Skills you'll gain: Typography, Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Layout Design, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    282 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    C Programming for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Software Design, Application Security, Other Programming Languages, Python Programming, Java Programming, System Programming, Computer Architecture, Performance Tuning, Unix, Computer Science, Debugging

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    212 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Internet of Things: How did we get here?

    Skills you'll gain: Telecommunications, Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, Emerging Technologies, Communication Systems, Computer Networking, Network Protocols, Global Positioning Systems

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Applying to U.S. Universities

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Research, Higher Education, Planning, Student Services, Cultural Diversity

    4.7
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    521 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Curtis Institute of Music

    Exploring Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music History, Instrumental Music, Classical Music, Music Theory, Music Performance

    4.8
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    609 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism

    Skills you'll gain: Community Outreach, Social Justice, Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Advocacy, Community Development, Interviewing Skills, Empowerment, Cultural Sensitivity, Action Oriented, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Persistence, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Self-Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Storytelling, Planning

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Comparative Indo-European Linguistics: Universiteit Leiden
  • Introducción al Arte Sonoro: Universitat de Barcelona
  • Version Control: Meta
  • 崑曲之美: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Approaching Music Theory: Melodic Forms and Simple Harmony: California Institute of the Arts
  • ART of the MOOC: Activismo y Movimientos Sociales: Duke University
  • Textual Elements of Design: Fonts, Typography, and Spacing: University of Colorado Boulder
  • C Programming for Everybody: University of Michigan
  • Internet of Things: How did we get here?: University of California San Diego
  • Applying to U.S. Universities: University of Pennsylvania

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