World History

World History explores global historical events, cultural interactions, and societal transformations across different time periods and regions. This skill involves understanding patterns of migration, trade, conflict, and diplomacy that have shaped human civilization. Historians analyze historical sources to interpret the impact of empires, revolutions, and globalization. A comprehensive knowledge of world history enhances cross-cultural understanding, academic research, and the ability to connect historical themes to contemporary issues.
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    Yale University

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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Social Justice, Advocacy, Art History, Culture, World History, Music, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Creativity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Social Studies, Environment, Community Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economic Development, Environmental Science, Analysis, World History, Climate Change Adaptation, Public Policies, Climate Change Mitigation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    765 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Culture, Storytelling, Cultural Diversity, World History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    199 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, Research, World History, Ancient History

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, World History, Public History, Liberal Arts

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, Language Learning, Ancient History, Literacy, Liberal Arts, Storytelling, Anthropology, World History, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Water Resources

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    44 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Timelines, Public History, Social Justice, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, World History, Social Studies, Cultural Responsiveness, Liberal Arts, Sustainable Development, Peer Review, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Environment, Case Studies, General Science and Research, Health Equity, Social Sciences, Data Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Liberal Arts, Culture, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Storytelling, Interpersonal Communications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    61 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, World History, Timelines, Social Sciences, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, European History, Public History, International Relations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, International Relations, Environmental Regulations, Biochemistry, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Control, Public Safety and National Security, Personal protective equipment, World History

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    246 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fudan University

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Sociology, Qualitative Research, European History, Economics, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Political Sciences

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    132 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months