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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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    American Museum of Natural History

    Our Earth's Future

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Adaptation, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Mitigation, Scientific Methods, Environmental Science, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Media and Communications, Hydrology, Mathematical Modeling, Discussion Facilitation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Model Evaluation

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    Yad Vashem

    Chosen Issues in Holocaust History

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, European History, Social Studies, World History, Social Justice, Culture, Public History, Political Sciences, Psychology, Policy Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology: Archaeology as Activism

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Public History, Social Justice, Social Impact, Case Studies, Community and Social Work, Cultural Responsiveness, Environment, Community Development, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Issue, Community Outreach, Culture, Cultural Sensitivity

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    Emory University

    From Freedom Rides to Ferguson: Narratives of Nonviolence in the American Civil Rights Movement

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Social Impact, De-escalation Techniques, Social Studies, Advocacy, Conflict Management, Education and Training, Cultural Diversity

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    319 reviews

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Race, Gender, and Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Public History, Social Sciences, Sociology, World History, International Relations, Political Sciences

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Ongoing U.S. Settler Colonialism & Native Peoples Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Studies, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Community Organizing, Community Development, Social Impact, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Issue, Cultural Sensitivity, Land Management, Culture Transformation, Public History, Relationship Building, Governance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    The Music of American English Pronunciation

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, English Language, Language Learning

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    University of Florida

    Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, Culture

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Reducing Gun Violence in America: Evidence for Change

    Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Public Safety and National Security, Social Justice, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Disparities, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Community Health

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    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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    The American Renaissance and Frederick Douglass

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Advocacy, Social Studies, Writing, Culture

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Healthcare Ethics, Education and Training, General Science and Research, Teaching, Life Sciences, Interactive Learning, Molecular Biology, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biotechnology, Intellectual Property, Medical Privacy, Biology, Environmental Issue

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

  • Our Earth's Future: American Museum of Natural History
  • Chosen Issues in Holocaust History: Yad Vashem
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Archaeology as Activism: Rice University
  • From Freedom Rides to Ferguson: Narratives of Nonviolence in the American Civil Rights Movement: Emory University
  • Race, Gender, and Culture: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Ongoing U.S. Settler Colonialism & Native Peoples Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
  • The Music of American English Pronunciation: University of California, Irvine
  • Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll: University of Florida
  • Reducing Gun Violence in America: Evidence for Change: Johns Hopkins University
  • Anti-Racism I: University of Colorado Boulder

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