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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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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Community Organizing, Social Justice, Advocacy, Student Engagement, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Performing Arts, Creativity, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Discussion Facilitation

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    Michigan State University

    Camera Control

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Peer Review, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Image Quality

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    Skillshare

    A Masterclass in Animation

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Adobe After Effects, Motion Graphics, Animations, Multimedia, 3D Modeling, Animation and Game Design, Logo Design, 3D Assets, Video Editing, Computer Graphics, Adobe Illustrator, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Adobe Photoshop, Post-Production, Storyboarding, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Creative Design, Typography, Timelines

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    Michigan State University

    Script Writing: Write a Pilot Episode for a TV or Web Series (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Editing, Storytelling, Proofreading

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    National Taiwan University

    中國古代歷史與人物:秦始皇(Qin Shi Huang)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Art History, Liberal Arts, Case Studies, Cultural Responsiveness, Political Sciences, Governance

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Introduction to Korean Philosophy and Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Language Learning, Research

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    Skillshare

    Video Editing & Filmmaking Masterclass

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

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    Universiteit Leiden

    The Importance and Power of Music in our Society

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Social Studies, Culture, Socioeconomics, Media and Communications, Liberal Arts, Sociology, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Wesleyan University

    Creative Writing: The Craft of Character

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Content Creation, Writing and Editing

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    Michigan State University

    Getting Started With Music Theory

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

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    California Institute of the Arts

    The Art of Filmmaking: Foundations of Time and Space

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Creativity, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Storytelling, Aesthetics, Performing Arts, Editing

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Introduction to Imagemaking

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Design, Photo Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Adobe InDesign, Digital Publishing, Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory, Aesthetics, Design Research, Creativity, Peer Review

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

  • ART of the MOOC: Activism and Social Movements: Duke University
  • Camera Control: Michigan State University
  • A Masterclass in Animation: Skillshare
  • Script Writing: Write a Pilot Episode for a TV or Web Series (Project-Centered Course): Michigan State University
  • 中國古代歷史與人物:秦始皇(Qin Shi Huang): National Taiwan University
  • Introduction to Korean Philosophy and Culture: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Video Editing & Filmmaking Masterclass: Skillshare
  • The Importance and Power of Music in our Society: Universiteit Leiden
  • Creative Writing: The Craft of Character: Wesleyan University
  • Getting Started With Music Theory: Michigan State University

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