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    Explore American history from colonization to the present. Understand key events, figures, and movements that shaped the nation.

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Big Data, Sociology, Demography, Anthropology, Economics, Data Analysis, Analytics, Cultural Diversity, World History, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Global Health Security, Solidarity and Sustainability through the International Health Regulations

      Skills you'll gain: Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Environment Health And Safety, Health Policy, Health Systems, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, Emergency Response, Health Assessment, Program Evaluation, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      103 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Sungkyunkwan University

      Introduction to Korean Philosophy and Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Research, Systems Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      207 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      American Psychological Association

      Disorders Due to Substance Use and Addictive Behaviors

      Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Clinical Psychology, Epidemiology, Pharmacology, Neurology, Demography, Mental Health, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Cultural Diversity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Policy, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Public Policies, Environmental Issue, Life Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Molecular Biology, Energy and Utilities, Biology, Public Health

      4.2
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      80 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Global Politics

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, World History, Governance, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies, Economics, Environment and Resource Management, Security Strategy

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Emergence of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Physical Science, Biology, Taxonomy, World History, Environmental Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Psychological Association

      Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Psychology, Relationship Management, Self-Motivation, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Behavior Management, Decision Making, Goal Setting, Sociology, Behavioral Economics, Social Sciences, Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Mindfulness, Research, Scientific Methods

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      A Voice of Their Own. Women's Spirituality in the Middle Ages.

      Skills you'll gain: European History, Writing, Music History, Art History, Storytelling, Cultural Diversity

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      110 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Psychological Association

      Statistics in Psychological Research

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Plot (Graphics), Graphing, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Sample Size Determination, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Psychology, Research Design, Experimentation, Scientific Methods

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Revolutionary Ideas: Borders, Elections, Constitutions, Prisons

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Melbourne

      Foundations of International Psychiatry

      Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Medical History Documentation, Healthcare Ethics, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Mental Health, Interpersonal Communications, Interviewing Skills, Rapport Building, Behavioral Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      195 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 2: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Global Health Security, Solidarity and Sustainability through the International Health Regulations: University of Geneva
    • Introduction to Korean Philosophy and Culture: Sungkyunkwan University
    • Disorders Due to Substance Use and Addictive Behaviors: American Psychological Association
    • Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy: Johns Hopkins University
    • Global Politics: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Emergence of Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups: American Psychological Association
    • A Voice of Their Own. Women's Spirituality in the Middle Ages.: Universitat de Barcelona
    • Statistics in Psychological Research: American Psychological Association

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