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U.S. History Courses

U.S. History courses can help you learn about key events, influential figures, and social movements that shaped the nation. You can build skills in critical analysis, research methods, and effective communication through written and oral presentations. Many courses introduce tools like primary source analysis and historical databases, allowing you to engage with original documents and artifacts while developing a deeper understanding of historical context and its relevance to contemporary issues.

Popular U.S. History Courses and Certifications


  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology)

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, Data Sharing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Informatics, Intellectual Property, Technical Writing

    ★ 4.8 (215) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Platform Thinking: Innovation in digital business models era

    Skills you'll gain: Data Strategy, Business Modeling, Data Ethics, Data Sharing, Innovation, Customer Data Management, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Market Opportunities, Data Governance, Technology Strategies, Data Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Virtual Reality, Entrepreneurship, Virtual Environment, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, New Business Development, Digital Transformation, Business Transformation

    ★ 4.8 (111) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Basic Robotic Behaviors and Odometry

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Control Systems, Simulations, Algorithms, Virtual Environment, Linear Algebra, Python Programming

    ★ 4.4 (65) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • I

    IBM

    Project Management Job Search, Resume, and Interview Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Project Management, Web Presence, Applicant Tracking Systems, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Negotiation, Writing and Editing, Oral Expression

    ★ 4.8 (118) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Asia Oriental en el s. XX: introducción desde la Historia

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Economic Development, Political Sciences, Intercultural Competence, Economics, International Relations, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Diplomacy, Governance

    ★ 4.7 (31) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Council on Foreign Relations

    Climate Change: The Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Climate Change Mitigation, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Diplomacy, Social Studies, Environmental Science, World History, Scientific Methods, Physical Science, Advocacy, Human Factors

    ★ 4.8 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Química, guerra y ética

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Diplomacy, General Science and Research, International Relations, Environmental Regulations, Biochemistry, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Ancient History, Verification And Validation

    ★ 4.9 (247) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Toronto

    The City and You: Find Your Best Place

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Socioeconomics, Crisis Management, Creativity, Social Impact, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Decision Making, Economic Development, Human Development, Demography, Economics, International Relations, Diversity and Inclusion

    ★ 4.6 (157) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Writing Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Research, Research Reports, Editing, Style Guides, Organizational Structure, Organizational Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.5 (78) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Compassion, Community Development, Community Outreach, Social Impact, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Empathy, Education and Training, Data Mapping, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Curriculum Planning, Working With Children, Collaboration, Planning, Driving engagement, Environmental Issue

    ★ 4.8 (162) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • K

    KodeKloud

    Kubernetes for the Absolute Beginners with Hands-on Labs

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Containerization, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Software Architecture, Continuous Deployment, Application Lifecycle Management, Service Management

    ★ 4.7 (67) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Revolutionary Ideas: Utility, Justice, Equality, Freedom

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Studies, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Liberal Arts, Governance, Economics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.7 (378) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular us history courses

  • Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology): Politecnico di Milano
  • Platform Thinking: Innovation in digital business models era: Politecnico di Milano
  • Basic Robotic Behaviors and Odometry: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Project Management Job Search, Resume, and Interview Prep: IBM
  • Asia Oriental en el s. XX: introducción desde la Historia: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Climate Change: The Basics: Council on Foreign Relations
  • Química, guerra y ética: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • The City and You: Find Your Best Place: University of Toronto
  • Writing Skills for University Success: University of California, Irvine
  • Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots: University of Colorado Boulder

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