In this course, Peter Kenez, Professor Emeritus at UC Santa Cruz, explains the events of modern Russian history and introduces its most significant actors—from Vladimir Lenin to Vladimir Putin.
Russian History: from Lenin to Putin
Russian History: from Lenin to Putin
Instructor: Peter Kenez
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What you'll learn
Explain the origins and development of the Russian state and people.
Apply theories of politics and society to Russian History.
Evaluate the impact of a series of Soviet and Russian leaders on the word.
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There are 3 modules in this course
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12 videos1 assignment2 discussion prompts
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8 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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13 videos1 assignment1 peer review2 discussion prompts
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KC
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Reviewed on Nov 14, 2021
This was such a great course, very interesting. I found the professor to be very interesting, and it felt like he had a personal interest in the Russian people. 5-star, and thank you!!
MB
5
Reviewed on May 5, 2024
Absolutely superb! As a lover of Russian histoty I found this both educational and facinating, absolutely delighted to have taken and passed the course.
SG
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Reviewed on May 31, 2020
Great course, touches on all facets of Russian history. Lectures are good and Peter is very descriptive and has a great knowledge of the course material.
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