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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 Pennsylvania

    An Introduction to American Law

    Skills you'll gain: Civil Procedures, Civil Law

    4.8 stars, 5.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (5.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to American Corporate Law

    Skills you'll gain: Commercial Laws, Mergers & Acquisitions, Governance, Lawsuits, Litigation and Civil Justice, Civil Procedures, Case Law, Storytelling

    4.9 stars, 7 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (7) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Applied Public History: Places, People, Stories

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Storytelling, Program Evaluation, Media and Communications, Research, Community Outreach, Driving engagement, Research Methodologies, Creativity

    4.8 stars, 115 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (115) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Ecology: Ecosystem Dynamics and Conservation

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management

    4.8 stars, 3.4K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (3.4K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Culture, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures

    4.7 stars, 88 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (88) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Amsterdam

    Big History - From the Big Bang until Today

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Biology, Physics

    4.6 stars, 257 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (257) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    American Contract Law I

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Commercial Laws

    4.8 stars, 1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    The Making of US Foreign Policy

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Economics, World History, Policy Analysis, Governance, Security Strategy

    4.5 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Marine Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Environmental Issue, Anatomy, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Research

    4.8 stars, 618 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (618) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law - The Structure of Government

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Court Systems, Governance

    4.8 stars, 98 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (98) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Museum of Natural History

    The Science of Stem Cells

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Cell Biology, Biology, Precision Medicine

    4.7 stars, 3.2K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    India-US Relations: Geopolitics, Culture, and Business

    4.5 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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