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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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    Dartmouth College

    American Renaissance: Classic Literature of the 19th Century

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Writing, Liberal Arts, Editing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Aesthetics, Social Studies, Social Justice, World History, Art History, Writing and Editing, Culture, Cultural Diversity, European History, Advocacy, Political Sciences

    ★ 4.4 (20) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    India-US Relations: Geopolitics, Culture, and Business

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Immigration Law, International Relations, Strategic Partnership, Business Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Higher Education, Social Sciences, Diplomacy, World History, Political Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, Demography, Security Strategy

    ★ 4.4 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Asian American History and Identity: An Anti-Racism Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Health Equity, Community Organizing, Social Justice, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Advocacy, Community Development, Immigration Law, Social Studies, Media and Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Wesleyan University

    The Ancient Greeks

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, European History, World History, Art History, Liberal Arts, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Anthropology, Governance, Scientific Methods

    ★ 4.7 (2.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    The Making of US Foreign Policy

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Public Policies, Social Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Political Sciences, Financial Policy, International Finance, Diplomacy, Economics, World History, Economic Development, European History, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Technology Strategies, Public Safety and National Security, Lobbying, Governance, Security Strategy

    ★ 4.5 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Plagues, Witches, and War: The Worlds of Historical Fiction

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Writing, Storytelling, Writing and Editing, World History, European History, Research, Cultural Diversity, Oral Expression, Community Development, Culture, Discussion Facilitation, Creativity

    ★ 4.6 (631) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Washington

    Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, European History, Social Studies, World History, Economic Development, Ancient History, International Relations, Sociology, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Social Justice, Political Sciences

    ★ 4.7 (345) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Anthropology, Social Studies, Timelines, World History, Liberal Arts

    ★ 4.6 (2.9K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • D

    Duke University

    Understanding 9/11: Why 9/11 Happened & How Terrorism Affects Our World Today

    Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Studies, Culture, Diplomacy, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Policy Development, World History

    ★ 4.7 (134) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Big History - From the Big Bang until Today

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Social Studies, International Relations, Ancient History, Culture, Human Development, Physical Science, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Life Sciences, Environment, Environmental Science, Psychology, Biology, Physics, Social Impact

    ★ 4.6 (254) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism I

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Training, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Cultural Sensitivity, Advocacy, Oral Expression, Discussion Facilitation

    ★ 4.6 (295) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Rochester

    History of Rock, Part One

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, World Music, Social Studies, World History, Electronic Media, Social Impact

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • American Renaissance: Classic Literature of the 19th Century: Dartmouth College
  • India-US Relations: Geopolitics, Culture, and Business: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Asian American History and Identity: An Anti-Racism Toolkit: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Ancient Greeks: Wesleyan University
  • The Making of US Foreign Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Plagues, Witches, and War: The Worlds of Historical Fiction: University of Virginia
  • Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities: University of Washington
  • Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization: University of Pennsylvania
  • Understanding 9/11: Why 9/11 Happened & How Terrorism Affects Our World Today: Duke University
  • Big History - From the Big Bang until Today: University of Amsterdam

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