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.
Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Social Impact, De-escalation Techniques, Social Studies, Advocacy, Conflict Management, Education and Training, Cultural Diversity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Computer Graphics, Culture, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Public History, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Diversity Awareness, Case Studies, Innovation
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Art History, European History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Architecture and Construction, World History, Architectural Engineering, Economic Development, Higher Education, Economics, Storytelling, Architectural Design, Aesthetics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Public Safety and National Security, De-escalation Techniques, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Public Health, Epidemiology, Community Organizing, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Policy, Research, Case Law
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Culture, Media and Communications, Creative Problem-Solving, Writing, Writing and Editing, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Public History, Social Justice, Sociology, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Advocacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Rochester
Skills you'll gain: Music History, World Music, Music, Multimedia
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Social Impact, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Ancient History, Case Studies, Environment, Community Development, Climate Change Programs, Community Outreach, Culture, Diversity Awareness, World History, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Higher Education, Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Public History, World History, European History, Social Impact, Political Sciences, Advocacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Liberal Arts, Media and Communications, Intercultural Competence, Diversity and Inclusion, Advocacy, Social Impact, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Adjudication, Court Systems, Legal Research, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Public History, Governance
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Community Development, Social Justice, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Discussion Facilitation, Journalism, Diversity Awareness, Public History, Public Policies, Policy Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months