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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

    Effectively delivering the news to your audience

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Multimedia, Media and Communications, Storytelling, Content Creation, Report Writing, Driving engagement, Interviewing Skills, Media Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production, Research, Data Collection, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    New York University

    Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Art History, Peer Review, World History, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Culture, Music, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Anthropology, Media and Communications, Electronic Media

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    The Mediterranean, a Space of Exchange (from the Renaissance to Enlightenment)

    Skills you'll gain: European History, Culture, World History, Art History, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Economics, Sociology, Liberal Arts, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, Governance

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    Berklee

    O Músico Contemporâneo

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Peer Review, Music Performance, Media Production, Creativity, Instrumental Music, Post-Production, Timelines, Writing, Editing, Digital Signal Processing

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Art History, Social Justice, Community Organizing, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Interactive Learning, Public Affairs, Education and Training, Liberal Arts, Social Impact, Community Development, Creativity, Advocacy, Culture

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    Berklee

    Guitar Performance Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Coordination, Mental Concentration

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    University of Geneva

    Calvin - Histoire et réception d'une Réforme

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Liberal Arts, Culture, Social Studies, Social Impact, World History, Art History, European History, Political Sciences

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    Michigan State University

    Concept Art for Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Video Game Development, Adobe Photoshop, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Photo Editing, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visual Storytelling, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Import/Export, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory

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    Skillshare

    A Masterclass in Animation

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Adobe After Effects, Motion Graphics, Animations, Animation and Game Design, Multimedia, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Logo Design, Cinematography, Video Editing, Post-Production, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Photo/Video Production and Technology, Autodesk, Visual Storytelling, Graphical Tools, Creative Design

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    Dartmouth College

    Libertarian Free Will

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Creativity, Anatomy, Critical Thinking, Sensory Systems Analysis, Ideation, Culture, Mindfulness, Liberal Arts, Decision Intelligence, Physiology, Psychology, Social Sciences, Science and Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Anthropology, Experimentation, Governance

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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, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Data Storage, Motion Graphics, Data Storage Technologies, Animations, Timelines, Visual Storytelling, Editing, Conceptual Design, Ideation, Content Creation

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    National Taiwan University

    東坡詞 (Ci Poetry of Su Dong Po)

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Writing, Timelines

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    Rating, 4.8 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 humanities courses

  • Effectively delivering the news to your audience: Michigan State University
  • Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies: New York University
  • The Mediterranean, a Space of Exchange (from the Renaissance to Enlightenment): Universitat de Barcelona
  • O Músico Contemporâneo: Berklee
  • ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía: Duke University
  • Guitar Performance Techniques: Berklee
  • Calvin - Histoire et réception d'une Réforme: University of Geneva
  • Concept Art for Video Games: Michigan State University
  • A Masterclass in Animation: Skillshare
  • Libertarian Free Will: Dartmouth College

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