World History

World History explores global historical events, cultural interactions, and societal transformations across different time periods and regions. This skill involves understanding patterns of migration, trade, conflict, and diplomacy that have shaped human civilization. Historians analyze historical sources to interpret the impact of empires, revolutions, and globalization. A comprehensive knowledge of world history enhances cross-cultural understanding, academic research, and the ability to connect historical themes to contemporary issues.
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    Dartmouth College

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Storytelling, World History, Writing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IE Business School

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Financial Policy, Economic Development, Trend Analysis, Global Marketing, Business Economics, International Relations, Analysis, Socioeconomics, Business Risk Management, Public Policies, Business Strategies, World History, Investments

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    132 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sciences Po

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sociology, Governance, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, World History, Demography, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Technology Strategies, Economics, Qualitative Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    77 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Xi'an Jiaotong University

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    71 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Research, World History, Socioeconomics, Education and Training, International Relations, Media and Communications, Teaching, Pedagogy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    307 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sciences Po

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Sociology, Environmental Issue, World History, Demography, Cultural Diversity, Sustainable Development, International Relations, Political Sciences, Economics, Public Policies, Qualitative Research

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    36 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Culture, Cultural Diversity, World History, European History, Research, Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Writing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Laboratory Equipment, Research, Qualitative Research, World History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, World History, Liberal Arts, Political Sciences

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, World History, Case Studies, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Liberal Arts, Storytelling, Anthropology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Diplomacy, Economics, World History, Policy Analysis, Technology Strategies, Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Security Strategy

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Sustainable Development, Governance, Socioeconomics, Environment, Economic Development, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Climate Change Adaptation, Oil and Gas, World History, Environmental Science, Energy and Utilities

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    38 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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