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Humanities courses can help you learn critical thinking, cultural analysis, historical context, and ethical reasoning. You can build skills in effective communication, argumentation, and interpreting diverse perspectives. Many courses introduce tools like digital archives, text analysis software, and collaborative platforms that enhance research and presentation methods. Key topics often include literature, philosophy, art history, and sociology, allowing you to explore human experiences and societal developments through various lenses.


Popular Humanities Courses and Certifications


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    Universidad de los Andes

    Gabriel García Márquez entre el poder, la historia y el amor

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Spanish Language, World History, Art History, Writing, Literacy, Aesthetics, Timelines

    4.8
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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Artful Practices for Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Self-Awareness, Creativity, Personal Development, Empathy, Optimism, Mindfulness, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Curiosity, Stress Management, Storytelling

    4.9
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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Social Impact, Advocacy, Student Engagement, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Performing Arts, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Research

    4.5
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    Curtis Institute of Music

    Exploring Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Berklee

    Arranging for Songwriters

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music Performance, Music, Instrumental Music, Media Production, Writing, Creativity

    4.5
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    Tel Aviv University

    The Fall and Rise of Jerusalem

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Timelines, Governance, Research Methodologies, Cultural Diversity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Yeshiva University

    Arch of Titus: Rome and the Menorah

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, Research, Color Theory, Timelines, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    123 reviews

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    University of Colorado System

    Coexistence in Medieval Spain: Jews, Christians, and Muslims

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, World History, Intercultural Competence, European History, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Research, Research Methodologies, Governance

    4.5
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    University of New Mexico

    Curanderismo: Traditional Healing of the Body

    Skills you'll gain: Geriatrics, Orthopedics, Child Health, Physical Therapy, Manual Therapy, Maternal Health, Preventative Care, Health Care, Patient Treatment, Infant Care, Pain Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Anatomy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    110 reviews

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    National Taiwan University

    唐詩新思路 (Tang Poetry)

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Ancient History, Art History, Psychology, Storytelling, Creativity, Writing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Wesleyan University

    Capstone: Your Story

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Peer Review, Writing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Persistence, Professionalism

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    The University of Melbourne

    The French Revolution

    Skills you'll gain: World History, European History, Social Sciences, International Relations, Social Justice, Social Impact, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    324 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular humanities courses

  • Gabriel García Márquez entre el poder, la historia y el amor: Universidad de los Andes
  • Artful Practices for Well-Being: The Museum of Modern Art
  • ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements: Duke University
  • Exploring Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas: Curtis Institute of Music
  • Arranging for Songwriters: Berklee
  • The Fall and Rise of Jerusalem: Tel Aviv University
  • Arch of Titus: Rome and the Menorah: Yeshiva University
  • Coexistence in Medieval Spain: Jews, Christians, and Muslims: University of Colorado System
  • Curanderismo: Traditional Healing of the Body: University of New Mexico
  • 唐詩新思路 (Tang Poetry): National Taiwan University

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