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Global History Courses

Global history courses can help you learn about major events, cultural exchanges, and the impact of imperialism across different regions. You can build skills in critical analysis, comparative research, and understanding historical narratives. Many courses introduce tools like digital archives, mapping software, and data visualization techniques, which enhance your ability to analyze historical trends and present findings effectively.


Popular Global History Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Use for Disease Control & Global Health Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Care, Infectious Diseases, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Decision Support Systems, Data Management, Health Technology

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Resilience in Children Exposed to Trauma, Disaster and War: Global Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Child Welfare, Research, Research Methodologies, Family Support, Working With Children, Trauma Care, Child Development, Social Sciences, Human Development, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Case Studies

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    University of Geneva

    Global Health Security, Solidarity and Sustainability through the International Health Regulations

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Environment Health And Safety, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Health Systems, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, Emergency Response, Health Assessment, Governance

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    Yale University

    Introduction to Classical Music

    Skills you'll gain: Classical Music, Music History, Music, Music Theory, Instrumental Music, Musical Composition, Art History

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    University of Alberta

    Indigenous Canada

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Storytelling, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Intercultural Competence, Socioeconomics, Sociology, World History, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Community Development, Policy Analysis, Natural Resource Management, Land Management, Governance

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Fashion as Design

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Aesthetics, Design, Art History, Sustainability Standards, Research, Non-Verbal Communication, Sociology, Design Thinking, Creativity, World History

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Wonders of Ancient Egypt

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, World History, Anthropology, Timelines, Research Methodologies

    4.8
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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Seeing Through Photographs

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Culture, Art History, Media and Communications, Public History, Storytelling, Social Justice

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Graphic Design

    Skills you'll gain: Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Visual Design, Digital Design, Photography, Logo Design, Design Software, Creative Design, Photo Editing, Color Theory, Adobe InDesign, Graphic and Visual Design, Image Quality, Style Guides, Branding, Digital Publishing, Art History

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    Yale University

    Roman Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Architectural Design, Architecture and Construction, Construction, Civil Engineering, European History, World History, Research and Design, Design Elements And Principles

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Egiptología (Egyptology)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Anthropology, World History, Timelines, Research, Writing, Economics

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    What Is Contemporary Art?

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Art History, Electronic Media, Aesthetics, Creativity, Design, Liberal Arts, Content Creation, Multimedia, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Social Justice

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Data Use for Disease Control & Global Health Decision-Making: Johns Hopkins University
  • Resilience in Children Exposed to Trauma, Disaster and War: Global Perspectives: University of Minnesota
  • Global Health Security, Solidarity and Sustainability through the International Health Regulations: University of Geneva
  • Introduction to Classical Music: Yale University
  • Indigenous Canada: University of Alberta
  • Fashion as Design: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Wonders of Ancient Egypt: University of Pennsylvania
  • Seeing Through Photographs: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Graphic Design: California Institute of the Arts
  • Roman Architecture: Yale University

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