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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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Culture, Medical Equipment and Technology, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    81 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Advocacy, Sociology, Social Sciences, Jury Trial, Case Studies, World History, Labor Law

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    6.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Writing, Storytelling, Writing and Editing, World History, European History, Oral Expression, Creativity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    625 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Liberal Arts, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    2.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tel Aviv University

    Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Teaching, European History, Research, World History, Public History, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Policy Analysis, International Relations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: European History, World History, Art History, Research, Investigation, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    1.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Social Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Environmental Issue, Conflict Management, Climate Change Programs, Governance, Economics, Trend Analysis, Security Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, European History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Architecture and Construction, World History, Higher Education, Economics, Storytelling, Architectural Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    500 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, World History, Microbiology, Environment, Ancient History, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Taxonomy, Chemistry, Scientific Methods

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    643 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, International Relations, European History, World History, Ancient History, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Economics, Demography, Political Sciences

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IE Business School

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Economics, International Relations, Economic Development, Global Marketing, Financial Trading, Socioeconomics, World History, Supply And Demand, Political Sciences, Trend Analysis, Risk Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    300 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, Aesthetics, Culture, World History, Anthropology, European History, Timelines, Design Elements And Principles

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    566 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks