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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    National Taiwan University

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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    50 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Political Sciences, Case Law, Legal Research, Public Policies, Governance, World History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    97 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Austral

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, Legal Technology, Digital Transformation, Public Administration, Distributed Computing, Financial Services, Governance, Cryptography, World History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de Chile

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Economic Development, Public Policies, Economics, Governance, Strategic Partnership

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Sociology, Social Sciences, Diversity Awareness, World History, Anthropology, Social Determinants Of Health, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Research, Political Sciences, Biomedical Technology, Research Methodologies, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    364 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yonsei University

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, World History, Demography, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    319 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Disabilities, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Aesthetics, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Advocacy, World History, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Environment, Biology, Social Justice, Culture, Natural Resource Management, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Anthropology, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Climate Change Mitigation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    61 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Transportation Operations, Cultural Diversity, Management Training And Development, Supply Chain Planning, Commercial Laws, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Shipping and Receiving, B2B Sales, Market Opportunities, Business Marketing, Payment Systems, Risk Management, Financial Trading, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Business Development, World History, Business Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    489 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Yad Vashem

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Lesson Planning, Social Studies, World History, Immigration Law, European History, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Political Sciences

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    41 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sciences Po

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Social Studies, Culture, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Sociology, Economics, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    242 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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