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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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    IE Business School

    Globalization, Economic Growth and Stability

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, International Finance, Public Policies, Economics, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Economics, Market Opportunities, International Relations, Tax, Global Marketing, Financial Trading, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Demography, Business Risk Management, Crisis Management, Fiscal Management, World History, Supply And Demand

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Equivalences, Abstraction, and Partial Order Reduction

    Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Computational Thinking, Systems Design, System Design and Implementation, Systems Analysis, Model Evaluation, Software Design, Computer Architecture, Program Development, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Logical Reasoning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Precision Medicine, Biology, Physiology, Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical Engineering, Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Tools for Improve and Control

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Process Improvement, Process Optimization, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen Methodology, Quality Improvement, Regression Analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Capability, Project Management, Quality Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Statistical Inference, Document Control

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Fundamental Neuroscience for Neuroimaging

    Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Neurology, Medical Imaging, Diagnostic Radiology, Anatomy, Radiology, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Experimentation, Research Design, Biomedical Technology, Image Analysis, Physiology, Medical Terminology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Toronto

    Mind Control: Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mental Health, Resilience, Crisis Intervention, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavior Management, Preventative Care, Empathy, Psychology, Social Skills

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Art & Inquiry: Museum Teaching Strategies For Your Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Teaching, Liberal Arts, Instructing, Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, Instructional Strategies, Art History, Student Engagement, Classroom Management, Self-Awareness, Curriculum Planning, Lesson Planning, Research, Learning Styles, Empathy, Social Studies

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Arts and Culture Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Art History, Organizational Effectiveness, Customer Analysis, Market Opportunities, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Liberal Arts, Fundraising, Target Audience, Value Propositions

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Theatre and Globalization

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Culture, International Relations, World History, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Social Studies, Intercultural Competence, Music History, Public History, European History, Media and Communications, Multimedia, Research, Economics, Business Management

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    University of California San Diego

    Internet of Things: How did we get here?

    Skills you'll gain: Telecommunications, Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, Emerging Technologies, Communication Systems, Computer Networking, Network Protocols, Global Positioning Systems

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Apache Maven Essentials for Build Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Build Tools, Software Configuration Management, Continuous Integration, Integrated Development Environments, Java Programming, Dependency Analysis, Automation, Java, Product Lifecycle Management, Software Versioning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Globalization, Economic Growth and Stability: IE Business School
  • Equivalences, Abstraction, and Partial Order Reduction: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Six Sigma Tools for Improve and Control: Kennesaw State University
  • Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git: The Linux Foundation
  • Fundamental Neuroscience for Neuroimaging: Johns Hopkins University
  • Mind Control: Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19: University of Toronto
  • Art & Inquiry: Museum Teaching Strategies For Your Classroom: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Arts and Culture Strategy: University of Pennsylvania
  • Theatre and Globalization: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

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