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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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    Emory University

    The Bible's Prehistory, Purpose, and Political Future

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Political Sciences, World History, Policy Analysis, Cultural Diversity, Education and Training, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Northwestern University

    Luther and the West

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, European History, Social Impact, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    University of Michigan

    The History of Rocket Science

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing and Production, World History, International Relations, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies, Timelines, Engineering Design Process

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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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 Sciences, Big Data, Sociology, Demography, Socioeconomics, Anthropology, Economics, Data Analysis, Analytics, Cultural Diversity, World History, Quantitative Research

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Dartmouth College

    The American Renaissance and Ralph Waldo Emerson

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Social Studies, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Writing, Creativity, Political Sciences, Advocacy

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    University of Virginia

    The Kennedy Half Century

    Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, International Relations, Public History, Social Sciences

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Universidade de São Paulo

    I. Missões jesuíticas nos territórios guaranis: história

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Culture, World History, Timelines, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, European History, Ancient History, Art History, Public History, International Relations, Cultural Sensitivity, Conflict Management, Community Development

    4.6
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    Yad Vashem

    The Holocaust through the Perspective of Primary Sources

    Skills you'll gain: Research, European History, World History, Photography, Case Studies, Investigation, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies

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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, Public Health, Safety Standards, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Health Policy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Community Health, Risk Analysis, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Yad Vashem

    Chosen Issues in Holocaust History

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, European History, World History, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Liberal Arts, Policy Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    University of Houston

    A Brief History of Human Spaceflight

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, International Relations, Human Factors, Failure Analysis, Engineering, Safety Assurance

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    436 reviews

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    University of Virginia

    Age of Jefferson

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Social Justice, Public History, Social Studies, World History, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Advocacy, Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular american history courses

  • The Bible's Prehistory, Purpose, and Political Future: Emory University
  • Luther and the West: Northwestern University
  • The History of Rocket Science: University of Michigan
  • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 2: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • The American Renaissance and Ralph Waldo Emerson: Dartmouth College
  • The Kennedy Half Century: University of Virginia
  • I. Missões jesuíticas nos territórios guaranis: história: Universidade de São Paulo
  • The Holocaust through the Perspective of Primary Sources: Yad Vashem
  • Reducing Gun Violence in America: Evidence for Change: Johns Hopkins University
  • Chosen Issues in Holocaust History: Yad Vashem

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