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    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law – Individual Rights and Liberties

      Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Court Systems, Legal Research, Social Justice, Civil Law, Policy Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      80 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Institute for the Future

      Urgent Optimism: How to Turn Foresight into Action

      Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Proactivity, Action Oriented, Planning, Community Organizing, Strategic Thinking, Optimism, Creative Thinking, Systems Thinking, Persuasive Communication, Creativity, Goal Setting, Storytelling, Cultural Responsiveness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      266 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Politecnico di Milano

      Introduzione alla Storia dell'Architettura Contemporanea

      Skills you'll gain: Architectural Design, Art History, Architecture and Construction, Aesthetics, European History, Design Elements And Principles, Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      183 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      Microsoft

      Data Visualization Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Power BI, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Dashboard, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Histogram

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Packt

      Planning & Control with Oracle Primavera PPM Professional

      Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Calendar Management, Resource Planning, Scheduling, Project Schedules, Resource Allocation, Project Management Software, Timelines, Resource Management, Capacity Planning, Resource Utilization, Project Management, Project Coordination, Milestones (Project Management), Change Control, Project Planning, Relationship Management, Enterprise Resource Planning, Management Reporting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • M

      Meta

      Back-End Developer Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Django (Web Framework), Git (Version Control System), Full-Stack Web Development, Server Side, API Design, Application Development, Restful API, Unit Testing, MySQL, User Accounts, Software Testing, Web Applications, Databases

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      158 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • E

      EDUCBA

      IoT Enabled Farming

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Big Data, Data Management, Wireless Networks, Predictive Analytics, Emerging Technologies, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Real Time Data, Automation, Environmental Science, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Collection

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      160 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      SAS

      Machine Learning Rock Star – the End-to-End Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Technical Management, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Applied Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Modeling, Performance Measurement, Business Ethics, Decision Tree Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Leadership and Management, Business Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Data Processing, Business Leadership, Performance Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      188 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • T

      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Business English for Cross-cultural Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Business Communication, English Language, Intercultural Competence, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Diversity, Business Writing, Communication, Business, Culture, Vocabulary, Writing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      406 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • A

      Aptly

      Getting Started with TikTok

      Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Storytelling, Video Editing, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, User Research, Business Marketing, Customer Engagement, User Accounts, Demography

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Geneva

      Violences et religions

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Social Studies, Research, Intercultural Competence, Political Sciences, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Psychology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      133 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      AI for Knowledge Workers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Artificial Neural Networks, Brainstorming, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Workforce Development, Content Creation, Emerging Technologies, Information Privacy, Safety and Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      132 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law – Individual Rights and Liberties: University of California, Irvine
    • Urgent Optimism: How to Turn Foresight into Action: Institute for the Future
    • Introduzione alla Storia dell'Architettura Contemporanea: Politecnico di Milano
    • Data Visualization Fundamentals: Microsoft
    • Planning & Control with Oracle Primavera PPM Professional: Packt
    • Back-End Developer Capstone : Meta
    • IoT Enabled Farming: EDUCBA
    • Machine Learning Rock Star – the End-to-End Practice: SAS
    • Business English for Cross-cultural Communication: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Getting Started with TikTok: Aptly

    Frequently Asked Questions about World History

    By learning about world history, you will gain insight into how countries and cultures have evolved over time. You can then use this knowledge to make predictions on how the world will continue to change and how best to avoid repeating the mistakes of the past. Learning about history can also deepen your appreciation for humanity's past accomplishments and help you understand your own cultural roots.‎

    Learning about world history can prepare you for a career as a historical consultant, archivist, historical author, journalist, or professor. Historical consultants use their research skills and in-depth knowledge of past events to offer guidance and information to clients. Their clients may include artists, businesses, and people who are researching their own lineage. Archivists are responsible for researching, storing, and displaying artifacts and historical documents. These professionals often work in museums, libraries, or other facilities that collect and maintain historical records. Historical authors research historical events and present them as clear narratives. Authors aim to give readers unique insights and fresh perspectives on the past or argue in favor of a particular viewpoint. Journalists are tasked with reporting on recent events; however, a strong understanding of history allows them to put newer events into clearer context for audiences. Professors pass on their knowledge to students in colleges and universities. Professors may specialize in the history of a particular region or a specific time period.‎

    Online courses on Coursera can help you learn about broad time periods in history or specific events. Some courses focus on consequential events, such as the French Revolution and the Holocaust. Others look at the long-term evolution of regions such as Egypt, Israel, and the American South. You can also find lessons that focus on historical shifts in art, war, politics, and language.‎

    Online World History courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new World History skills. Choose from a wide range of World History courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in World History, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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