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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.


Popular American History Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism I

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Discussion Facilitation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology: Knowing The Past

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Anthropology, Art History, Scientific Methods, Peer Review, Social Sciences, Research, World History, Culture, Research Methodologies, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Anthropology, Social Studies, Timelines, World History, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies, Investigation, Storytelling

    4.6
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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    India-US Relations: Geopolitics, Culture, and Business

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Immigration Law, International Relations, Strategic Partnership, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Higher Education, Social Sciences, World History, Public Safety and National Security, Business

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    The Making of US Foreign Policy

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Diplomacy, Economics, World History, Economic Development, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Technology Strategies, Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Security Strategy, Strategic Partnership

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Duke University

    Understanding 9/11: Why 9/11 Happened & How Terrorism Affects Our World Today

    Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Studies, Security Strategy, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Policy Development, World History

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    134 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Amsterdam

    Big History - From the Big Bang until Today

    Skills you'll gain: World History, International Relations, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Physical Science, Anthropology, Timelines, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environment, Biology, Physics, Climate Change Adaptation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    University of Rochester

    History of Rock, Part One

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, World History, Electronic Media, Social Impact, Media and Communications

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    Yale University

    Age of Cathedrals

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, European History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Architecture and Construction, World History, Higher Education, Economics, Storytelling, Architectural Design

    4.7
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    504 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    The Making of Modern Ukraine

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, European History, Political Sciences, Ancient History, Public Safety and National Security, Social Sciences, Culture, Social Justice, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Economics, Governance

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    University of Colorado System

    Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Cultural Sensitivity, Discussion Facilitation

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    American Museum of Natural History

    Our Earth's Future

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Social Sciences, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Adaptation, Socioeconomics, Scientific Methods, Environmental Science, Physical Science, Environmental Monitoring, Persuasive Communication, Hydrology, Mathematical Modeling, Model Evaluation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Anti-Racism I: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Knowing The Past: Rice University
  • Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization: University of Pennsylvania
  • India-US Relations: Geopolitics, Culture, and Business: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • The Making of US Foreign Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Understanding 9/11: Why 9/11 Happened & How Terrorism Affects Our World Today: Duke University
  • Big History - From the Big Bang until Today: University of Amsterdam
  • History of Rock, Part One: University of Rochester
  • Age of Cathedrals: Yale University
  • The Making of Modern Ukraine: Yale University

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