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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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    Yale University

    The Making of Modern Ukraine

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology: Knowing The Past

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Anthropology, Scientific Methods, Peer Review, Investigation, Social Sciences, Research, Science and Research, World History, Research Methodologies, Cultural Diversity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Houston

    American Deaf Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Social Justice, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Communication Disorders, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Language Learning, Special Education, Education and Training, Non-Verbal Communication, Civil Law

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    393 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Cultural Sensitivity, Discussion Facilitation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    728 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    The American Renaissance and Harriet Beecher Stowe

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Anthropology, Social Studies, Timelines, World History, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies, Investigation, Storytelling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    2.9K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Amsterdam

    Big History - From the Big Bang until Today

    Skills you'll gain: World History, International Relations, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Physical Science, Anthropology, Timelines, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environment, Biology, Physics, Climate Change Adaptation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    254 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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    10 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to American Corporate Law

    Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Ethics, Legal Risk, Governance, Corporate Finance, Lawsuits, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Corporate Strategy, Litigation and Civil Justice, Legal Strategy, Case Law, Storytelling, Case Studies

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Rochester

    History of Rock, Part One

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Dinosaurs: Evolution, Extinction, and Paleobiology

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, Taxonomy, Laboratory Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Timelines, Estimation, Research, Scientific Visualization, Research Methodologies, Laboratory Experience, Environmental Science

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    67 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    India-US Relations: Geopolitics, Culture, and Business

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

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The Making of Modern Ukraine: Yale University
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Knowing The Past: Rice University
  • American Deaf Culture: University of Houston
  • Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity: University of Colorado System
  • The American Renaissance and Harriet Beecher Stowe: Dartmouth College
  • Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization: University of Pennsylvania
  • Big History - From the Big Bang until Today: University of Amsterdam
  • The American Renaissance and Ralph Waldo Emerson: Dartmouth College
  • Introduction to American Corporate Law: University of Pennsylvania
  • History of Rock, Part One: University of Rochester

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