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World History Courses

World History courses can help you learn about major events, cultural developments, and the impact of historical figures across different eras. You can build skills in critical analysis, research methodologies, and effective communication of historical narratives. Many courses introduce tools such as timelines, primary source analysis, and digital archives, which enhance your ability to interpret historical data and connect past events to contemporary issues.


Popular World History Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Innovate with ANSYS Simulation Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Simulation and Simulation Software, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Materials science

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    Scrimba

    Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) with Embeddings & Vector Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, Embeddings, Prompt Engineering, Development Environment, Large Language Modeling, Text Mining, Databases, OpenAI, Semantic Web, Artificial Intelligence

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Robotic Mapping and Trajectory Generation

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Data Mapping, Real-Time Operating Systems, Simulations, Linear Algebra, Python Programming, Algorithms, Computer Programming

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Fundamentals of Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Return On Investment, Consumer Behaviour, Cross-Channel Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing Channel, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Effectiveness, Paid media, Network Model, Business-To-Consumer, Marketing Analytics, Business Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Flutter & Dart - Complete App Development Course

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, Data Persistence, Interactive Data Visualization, Database Management, Real Time Data, Computer Programming, Data Management, Software Installation, Data Structures, Data Modeling

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    Yale University

    Planetary Health for Nurses

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Climate Change Adaptation, Nursing, Health Education, Infectious Diseases, Nurse Education, Community Health, Health Disparities, Environmental Science, Health Assessment, Environmental Issue, Chronic Diseases, Health Systems, Emergency Response

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104)

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Virtual Networking, Active Directory, Load Balancing, Cloud Management, Virtual Machines, Kubernetes, Network Monitoring, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, User Provisioning, Network Troubleshooting, Group Policy, Containerization, Cloud Storage, Cloud Computing, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Security

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    The University of Edinburgh

    The Discovery of the Higgs Boson

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Laboratory Research, Mechanics, Experimentation, Mathematical Modeling, electromagnetics, General Science and Research, Applied Mathematics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    生命科学发展史

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Microbiology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Ancient History, Physiology, Biology, Anthropology, Culture, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, European History, Cell Biology, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    AI SEO: Mastering Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Generative AI, Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Marketing, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Performance Measurement, Content Creation, Competitive Analysis, Semantic Web, Content Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Web Content, Content Marketing, Content Development and Management, Analysis, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Strategy, Writing

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    University of Leeds

    Decision Making - How to Choose the Right Problem to Solve

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Decision Making, Peer Review, Critical Thinking, Risk Analysis, Brainstorming, Strategic Decision-Making, Persuasive Communication, Estimation, Analysis, Prioritization, Professional Development

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Strategic Communications

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Strategic Communication, Communication, Business Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Influencing, Professionalism, Organizational Leadership, Active Listening, Organizational Structure, Culture

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Innovate with ANSYS Simulation Tools: Coursera
  • Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) with Embeddings & Vector Databases: Scrimba
  • Robotic Mapping and Trajectory Generation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Fundamentals of Digital Marketing: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Flutter & Dart - Complete App Development Course: Packt
  • Planetary Health for Nurses: Yale University
  • Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104): Packt
  • The Discovery of the Higgs Boson: The University of Edinburgh
  • 生命科学发展史: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • AI SEO: Mastering Generative Engine Optimization (GEO): SkillUp

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