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Humanities Courses

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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    Yad Vashem

    The Final Solution to the Jewish Question

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Advanced Videography

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Video Production, Videography, Storyboarding, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Photography, Storytelling, Design Reviews, Creativity

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Proyecto final de Músico moderno

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Peer Review, Music, Music Theory, Music Performance, Media Production, Post-Production, Timelines

    4.6
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    The Piano Sonata: Russian and 20th-21st Century Composers

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

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Portrait Photography - Lighting and Posing Models

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Photography, Image Quality, Post-Production, Color Theory

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    How to Draw: A Beginner’s Guide Pt 2 – Form & Structure

    Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Growth Mindedness, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Detail Oriented

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Introduction to German Opera

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

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    The 10-Second Filmmaker: Storytelling 10 Seconds at a Time

    Skills you'll gain: Videography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Storyboarding, Video Production, Storytelling, Editing, Creativity, Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Street Photography

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Post-Production, Creativity, Lifelong Learning, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Creative Thinking, Image Quality, Storytelling, Aesthetics, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Curiosity, Resilience, Decision Making, Patience, Adaptability, Interpersonal Communications, Persistence

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Free Will and Neuroscience

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Anatomy, Mindfulness, Physiology, Human Learning, Biology, Psychology, Experimentation, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Historia de las Relaciones Internacionales

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, World History, European History, Political Sciences, Economics, Security Strategy

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Kickstart Your Creativity with Procreate: Food & Plants

    Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Peer Review, Digital Design, Creative Design, Design Software, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The Final Solution to the Jewish Question: Yad Vashem
  • Advanced Videography: Skillshare
  • Proyecto final de Músico moderno: Berklee
  • The Piano Sonata: Russian and 20th-21st Century Composers: University of Michigan
  • Portrait Photography - Lighting and Posing Models: Skillshare
  • How to Draw: A Beginner’s Guide Pt 2 – Form & Structure: Skillshare
  • Introduction to German Opera: Dartmouth College
  • The 10-Second Filmmaker: Storytelling 10 Seconds at a Time: Skillshare
  • Street Photography: Skillshare
  • Free Will and Neuroscience: Dartmouth College

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