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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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    Coursera

    Getting Started with Microsoft OneDrive

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Microsoft Office, Version Control, Document Management, Data Sharing, Cloud Storage, Data Storage, Data Loss Prevention

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    81 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    American Council on Exercise

    Pathway to Wellness: Mind, Movement & Nutrition

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Nutrition and Diet, Mental Health, Nutrition Counseling, Mindfulness, Exercise Science, Mental Concentration, Community Health, Preventative Care, Health Education, Health Promotion, Health Technology, Injury Prevention, Stress Management, Clinical Nutrition, Behavioral Health, Pharmacology, Geriatrics, Personal Development, Behavior Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Software Architecture for Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Service Level, Acceptance Testing, Database Management, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Performance Testing, Scalability, Microservices, Software Architecture, Data Architecture, Distributed Computing, Data Infrastructure, System Monitoring, Functional Requirement, Application Deployment, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Application Development, Prototyping, Predictive Modeling, Big Data

    Build toward a degree

    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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    102 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Oil and Gas, Political Sciences, Economics, Economic Development, Talent Acquisition, Policy Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    137 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Producción musical con software libre

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Post-Production, Open Source Technology, Media Production, Musical Composition, Music History, Aesthetics, Collaborative Software, Data Sharing, Creativity, Digital Publishing, Software Installation, Editing, Content Creation, Computer Programming Tools

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    232 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Queering the Schoolhouse: LGBTQ+ Inclusion for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Development, Education and Training, Workplace inclusivity, Advocacy, School Counseling, Student Support and Services, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Lifelong Learning, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Justice, Community Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    143 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Feminismo, género y política

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Social Sciences, Sociology, Case Studies, Community Organizing, Economics, Discussion Facilitation, World History

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción al control de versiones con Git y GitHub

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Software Versioning, Software Development Tools, Collaborative Software

    Build toward a degree

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    45 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Amsterdam

    Unraveling the Cycling City

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Environmental Science, Spatial Analysis, Case Studies, Human Centered Design, Public Policies, Qualitative Research, Sustainable Engineering, Environment and Resource Management, European History

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    252 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Introduction to Italian Opera

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Indian Institute for Human Settlements

    Shaping Urban Futures

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Climate Change Adaptation, Socioeconomics, Systems Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Research

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    57 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    SkillUp

    Leadership and Team Management

    Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Benchmarking, Motivational Skills, Performance Measurement, Change Management, Organizational Change, Six Sigma Methodology, Team Building, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Teamwork, Leadership and Management, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Business Metrics, Collaboration, Project Management, Organizational Structure, Leadership

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Getting Started with Microsoft OneDrive: Coursera
  • Pathway to Wellness: Mind, Movement & Nutrition: American Council on Exercise
  • Software Architecture for Big Data: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Producción musical con software libre: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Queering the Schoolhouse: LGBTQ+ Inclusion for Educators: University of Colorado System
  • Feminismo, género y política: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Introducción al control de versiones con Git y GitHub: Universidad de los Andes
  • Unraveling the Cycling City: University of Amsterdam
  • Introduction to Italian Opera: Dartmouth College

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