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Art History Courses

Art history courses can help you learn about key movements, influential artists, and the cultural contexts that shaped various art forms. You can build skills in visual analysis, critical thinking, and effective communication of artistic concepts. Many courses introduce tools like digital archives, art analysis software, and presentation platforms, which enhance your ability to research artworks and share your insights with others.


Popular Art History Courses and Certifications


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    University of Houston

    A Brief History of Human Spaceflight

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Global Positioning Systems, Human Factors, Timelines, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, European History, Physical Science, Experimentation, Radiation Protection

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Colors, Bodies, Power

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Disabilities, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Aesthetics, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Advocacy, World History, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies

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    Fudan University

    创作吧!微影人!

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Video Editing, Video Production, Peer Review, Storyboarding, Writing, Editing, Cinematography, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Scripting, Creativity

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    Universidad Austral

    Red de sentidos: Arte, educación y procesos creativos

    Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Planning, Art History, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Teaching, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Pedagogy, Aesthetics, Mathematics Education, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Science and Research

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Introducción al Arte Sonoro

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Music, Music History, Music Theory, Music Performance, Art History, Musical Composition, Aesthetics, Vibrations, Psychology

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Art History, Community Development, Pedagogy, Social Impact, Social Justice, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Collaboration

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    University of Virginia

    Age of Jefferson

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Social Justice, Public History, Social Studies, World History, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Advocacy, Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Sapienza University of Rome

    Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Data Collection, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies, Research, Investigation, Land Management, World History, Cultural Responsiveness, Timelines

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    Illinois Tech

    History of Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Art History, Computer Displays, Culture, Computer Graphics, Diversity Awareness, Multimedia, Interactive Design, Electronic Media, Data Storage Technologies, Innovation

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Aesthetics, Peer Review, Community Organizing, Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Social Sciences, Student-Centred Learning, Social Impact, Advocacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Creativity, Cultural Diversity

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    El águila, el nopal y ¿la serpiente?

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, Culture, World History, Research

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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, Instrumental Music, Multimedia, Public Affairs, Performing Arts, Interactive Learning, Music Performance, Electronic Media, Experimentation, Creativity, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Research

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular art history courses

  • A Brief History of Human Spaceflight: University of Houston
  • ART of the MOOC: Colors, Bodies, Power: Duke University
  • 创作吧!微影人!: Fudan University
  • Red de sentidos: Arte, educación y procesos creativos: Universidad Austral
  • Introducción al Arte Sonoro: Universitat de Barcelona
  • ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía : Duke University
  • Age of Jefferson: University of Virginia
  • Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.: Sapienza University of Rome
  • History of Video Games: Illinois Tech
  • ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements: Duke University

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