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American History Courses

American 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, historical interpretation, and effective communication of complex ideas. Many courses introduce tools like primary source documents, timelines, and digital archives, which enhance your understanding of historical context and enable you to engage with various perspectives on American identity and culture.


Popular American History Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Community Awareness: Police Brutality in the U.S.

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Journalism, Public Safety and National Security, Diversity Awareness, Public History, Public Policies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yad Vashem

    Chosen Issues in Holocaust History

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, European History, World History, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Liberal Arts, Policy Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology: Reconstruction of The Past

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    The History of Rocket Science

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing and Production, World History, International Relations, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies, Timelines, Engineering Design Process

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    History of Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Art History, Music History, Animation and Game Design, Computer Graphics, Culture, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Interactive Design, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Case Studies, Innovation

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, Anthropology, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Investigation, Environment, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Research, Geospatial Information and Technology, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Biology

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Power of Sport in American Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Media and Communications, Intercultural Competence, Diversity and Inclusion, Social Impact, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, World History, Sociology, Trend Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Research, Higher Education, Political Sciences, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    127 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology: Archaeology as Activism

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Social Impact, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Ancient History, Sustainable Development, Anthropology, Environment, Case Studies, Community Development, Climate Change Programs, Cultural Sensitivity, World History, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Gangster Fiction: Rise of an American Antihero

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Culture, Media and Communications, Creative Problem-Solving, Research, Writing, Writing and Editing, Sociology, Critical Thinking, Discussion Facilitation, Analytical Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    History of Medical Cannabis

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Medication Administration, Research, Substance Abuse, Health Care, Clinical Research, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Safety, Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Public Policies, Research Design, Risk Analysis, Biology, Research Methodologies, Legal Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    347 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    American Museum of Natural History

    The Dynamic Earth: A Course for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environment, Hazard Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    230 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular american history courses

  • Community Awareness: Police Brutality in the U.S. : University of Michigan
  • Chosen Issues in Holocaust History: Yad Vashem
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Reconstruction of The Past: Rice University
  • The History of Rocket Science: University of Michigan
  • History of Video Games: Illinois Tech
  • Introduction to Archaeology : Archaeology as Science: Rice University
  • The Power of Sport in American Culture: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Archaeology as Activism: Rice University
  • Gangster Fiction: Rise of an American Antihero: University of Colorado Boulder

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