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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 Virginia

    The Kennedy Half Century

    Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Media and Communications, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Diplomacy, International Relations, Social Impact, Public History, Investigation

    4.7
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    506 reviews

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    Yale University

    Становление современной Украины

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Race, Gender, and Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Public History, Social Justice, Sociology, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Advocacy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology: Archaeology as Activism

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Social Impact, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Ancient History, Case Studies, Environment, Community Development, Climate Change Programs, Community Outreach, Culture, Diversity Awareness, World History, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Big Data, Sociology, Demography, Socioeconomics, Culture, Economics, Data Analysis, Analytics, World History, Quantitative Research

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    61 reviews

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Reducing Gun Violence in America: Evidence for Change

    Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Public Safety and National Security, De-escalation Techniques, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Public Health, Epidemiology, Community Organizing, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Policy, Research, Case Law

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Moneyball and Globalization

    Skills you'll gain: Labor Relations, Labor Law, Employee Relations, Court Systems, Social Studies, World History, Branding, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Economics, Consumer Behaviour, Global Marketing, International Relations, Business Economics, Demography, Franchising, Business, Public History, Cultural Diversity, Culture

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    Patrick Henry: Forgotten Founder

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Studies, Public Affairs, Policy Analysis, European History, Public History, Oral Expression, Advocacy, Persuasive Communication, Governance

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    184 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Privacy in the USA

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Telecommunications, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Case Law, Data Access, Data Security, Digital Communications, Public Safety and National Security, Public Policies, Security Management, Security Strategy

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Power of Sport in American Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Liberal Arts, Media and Communications, Intercultural Competence, Diversity and Inclusion, Advocacy, Social Impact, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Ongoing U.S. Settler Colonialism & Native Peoples Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Studies, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Community Organizing, Community Development, Social Impact, Health Equity, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Issue, Cultural Sensitivity, Land Management, Intercultural Competence, Culture Transformation, Public History, Relationship Building, Governance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security & Cybersecurity Connection - It's Not About the Terrorists

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Public Safety and National Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Security Strategy, Threat Management, Computer Security, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, World History, Dependency Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The Kennedy Half Century: University of Virginia
  • Становление современной Украины: Yale University
  • Race, Gender, and Culture: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Archaeology as Activism: Rice University
  • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 2: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Reducing Gun Violence in America: Evidence for Change: Johns Hopkins University
  • Moneyball and Globalization: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Patrick Henry: Forgotten Founder: University of Virginia
  • Privacy in the USA: 28DIGITAL
  • The Power of Sport in American Culture: University of Colorado Boulder

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