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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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    Yeshiva University

    Arch of Titus: Rome and the Menorah

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, Research, Color Theory, Timelines, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings

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

    4.7
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    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Moses' Face: Moses' images as reflected in Jewish literature

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Public History, Liberal Arts, Research, Storytelling, Cultural Diversity, Timelines

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    Tel Aviv University

    The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, World History, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Culture, Socioeconomics, Governance

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Religion and Thought in Modern China: the Song, Jin, and Yuan

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, World History, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Sociology, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Economics, Governance

    4.5
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    University of Geneva

    Introduction aux Droits de l’Homme

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Legal Research, International Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Proceedings, European History, Case Law, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Diplomacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Intellectual Change in Early China: Warring States and Han

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, World History, Ancient History, Research, Political Sciences, Psychology, Economics, Governance

    4.7
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    125 reviews

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    The Linux Foundation

    Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Open Source Technology, Git (Version Control System), Linux, Command-Line Interface, Bash (Scripting Language), File Systems, Unix Commands, GitHub, Linux Administration, Version Control, Linux Commands, User Accounts, CI/CD, Shell Script, System Configuration, Collaborative Software, Scripting, Software Development Tools, Software Versioning

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    Tel Aviv University

    The Holocaust - An Introduction (I): Nazi Germany: Ideology, The Jews and the World

    Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Teaching, European History, Research, World History, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Social Impact, Research Methodologies, Policy Analysis

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    Rice University

    Medical Terminology

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Medical History Documentation, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Records, Endocrinology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Orthopedics, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Neurology, Gynecology, Urology, Hematology, Anatomy, Immunology, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Treatment, Physiology, Communication

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    University of Rochester

    The Music of the Beatles

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

    4.8
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    National Taiwan University

    中國古代歷史與人物:秦始皇(Qin Shi Huang)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Art History, Public History, Case Studies, Liberal Arts, Political Sciences, Culture, Governance

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

  • Arch of Titus: Rome and the Menorah: Yeshiva University
  • Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Moses' Face: Moses' images as reflected in Jewish literature: Hebrew University of Jerusalem
  • The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II: Tel Aviv University
  • Religion and Thought in Modern China: the Song, Jin, and Yuan: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Introduction aux Droits de l’Homme: University of Geneva
  • Intellectual Change in Early China: Warring States and Han: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git: The Linux Foundation
  • The Holocaust - An Introduction (I): Nazi Germany: Ideology, The Jews and the World: Tel Aviv University
  • Medical Terminology: Rice University

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