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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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    Michigan State University

    Transmedia Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Peer Review, Storytelling, Video Game Development, Writing, Content Creation, Creative Thinking, Active Listening, Constructive Feedback, Storyboarding

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    University of Florida

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

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

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    Fudan University

    《新教伦理与资本主义精神》导读

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Sociology, Qualitative Research, European History, Economics, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Political Sciences

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    Sapienza University of Rome

    The Changing Landscape of Ancient Rome. Archaeology and History of the Palatine Hill

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Public History, Political Sciences, Art History, European History, World History, Research, Investigation, Social Sciences, Culture, Governance, Scientific Methods, Data Collection, Storytelling

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    Sapienza University of Rome

    L’Egitto prima e dopo i faraoni. Dalla nascita dello Stato (3000 a.C. ca.) alle prime comunità cristiane (IV secolo d.C.)

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

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    Skillshare

    Video Editing & Filmmaking Masterclass

    Skills you'll gain: Cinematography, Adobe After Effects, Videography, Video Editing, Post-Production, Video Production, TikTok, Color Matching, Storytelling, Data Storage, Motion Graphics, Animations, Storyboarding, Timelines, Image Quality, Ideation, Content Creation, Multimedia, File Management, Color Theory

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    University of London

    Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and protest

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, World History, European History, Ancient History, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, International Relations, Social Justice, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

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    Curtis Institute of Music

    Exploring Beethoven's Piano Sonatas Part 3

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

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Duke University

    Art of the MOOC: Experiments with Sound

    Skills you'll gain: World Music, Music History, Music, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Aesthetics, Multimedia, Public Affairs, Culture, Performing Arts, Interactive Learning, Music Performance, Electronic Media, Experimentation, Creativity, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Research

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Revolutionary Ideas: Borders, Elections, Constitutions, Prisons

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Berklee

    FL Studio Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Media Production, Music Theory, Music Performance, Editing, Creativity, Automation, File Management, Electronic Media, System Configuration

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    Skillshare

    CapCut for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, TikTok, Storytelling, Animations, Timelines, Post-Production, Content Creation, Multimedia, Video Production, Editing, Productivity, Color Theory, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Typography

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

  • Transmedia Writing: Michigan State University
  • Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll: University of Florida
  • 《新教伦理与资本主义精神》导读: Fudan University
  • The Changing Landscape of Ancient Rome. Archaeology and History of the Palatine Hill: Sapienza University of Rome
  • L’Egitto prima e dopo i faraoni. Dalla nascita dello Stato (3000 a.C. ca.) alle prime comunità cristiane (IV secolo d.C.): Sapienza University of Rome
  • Video Editing & Filmmaking Masterclass: Skillshare
  • Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and protest: University of London
  • Exploring Beethoven's Piano Sonatas Part 3: Curtis Institute of Music
  • Art of the MOOC: Experiments with Sound: Duke University
  • Revolutionary Ideas: Borders, Elections, Constitutions, Prisons: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

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