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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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, International Relations, World History, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Intercultural Competence, Social Studies, Media and Communications, Research, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    229 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Princeton University

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Analysis, Systems Thinking, World History, International Relations, Social Network Analysis, Financial Systems, Public Health, Governance, Epidemiology, Complex Problem Solving, Economics, Supply Chain

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    416 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, Aesthetics, European History, World History

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tel Aviv University

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Immigration Law, Social Sciences, International Relations, World History, Socioeconomics, Culture, Political Sciences, Sociology, Diplomacy, Public History, Economic Development, Demography, Economics, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    342 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Oil and Gas, Political Sciences, Economics, Economic Development, Talent Acquisition, Policy Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    137 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northwestern University

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, European History, Sociology, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    104 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Arizona

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Physics, Mechanics, Physical Science, Science and Research, World History, Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Applied Mathematics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    41 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, World History, Ancient History, Sociology, Social Sciences, Research, Science and Research, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    36 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    175 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: European History, World History, Art History, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Economics, Sociology, Political Sciences

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    227 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free

    University of Washington

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Organizing, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, World History, Political Sciences, Advocacy, Governance, Media and Communications

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free

    Yale University

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, European History, Political Sciences, Ancient History, Public Safety and National Security, Social Sciences, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Economics, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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