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Film History (1880s-1930s)

Explore cinema's evolution from 1880s to 1930s, covering technological advancements, artistic movements, and the rise of Hollywood's studio system.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 3rd Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

Film History (1930s-1960s)

Explore global cinema's evolution from 1930s-1960s, covering studio systems, technological advancements, and influential movements like New Wave and Socialist Realism.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 27th Jan, 2025
• Paid Course

Film History (1960s-Present)

Explore international cinema's evolution from the 1960s to today, covering technological advancements, aesthetics, and genres across diverse global film cultures.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 27th Jan, 2025
• Paid Course

The Deuteronomistic History: Prophets and Kings in 1 and 2 Samuel - Lecture 13

Explore the transition from tribal society to monarchy in ancient Israel through the books of Judges and Samuel, examining key figures and the Deuteronomistic perspective on leadership and covenant.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Politics of Gender and Culture in American History - Lecture 21

Explores black political advancement and challenges faced by black women in the 1960s-70s, including gender discrimination, welfare rights, and the emergence of black feminist organizations.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Migration and Urbanization in American History - Lecture 8

Explores African American migration to Northern cities, racial tensions, and the impact of World War I on civil rights expectations, featuring key events and influential figures like W.E.B. Du Bois and Claude McKay.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

American History: From Emancipation to the Present - Lecture 2 - Dawn of Freedom

Explores Civil War era events, focusing on the Emancipation Proclamation, draft riots, and tensions surrounding citizenship, freedom, and race in America. Examines key historical moments and their impact on societal dynamics.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Deuteronomistic History: Life in the Land - Joshua and Judges - Lecture 12

Explore the Deuteronomistic history, Joshua's conquest of Canaan, and scholarly theories on Israel's emergence as a nation state in this insightful lecture on the Old Testament.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Indigenous Australia and the University of Melbourne - A Truth-Telling of Our Shared History

Exploring the University of Melbourne's colonial past, scientific racism, and efforts towards reconciliation through an Indigenous-led research project and conversation with historians.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Trust and Panic: The History and Impact of Debt - Lecture 1

Explore the historical, literary, and economic significance of debt, default, and financial crises through John Geanakoplos' analysis of the leverage cycle and its impact on major economic events.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Introduction to the Visual Arts and Art History

Explore visual art, art history, and cultural contexts through engaging lectures and potential field trips. Gain insights into art's societal role and significance.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 26th Aug, 2024
• Paid Course

History and Appreciation of Dance

Explore the evolution of theatrical dance in Western culture, tracing its historical development and impact on various art forms.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 26th Aug, 2024
• Paid Course

History of the United States

Explore America's journey from colonial times to today, uncovering key events, figures, and societal shifts that shaped the nation's identity and global role.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 26th Aug, 2024
• Paid Course

History of the United States to 1877

Explore American history from Native origins to Reconstruction, examining cultural, political, and social influences that shaped the nation's early development.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 26th Aug, 2024
• Paid Course

History of the United States from 1865

Explore key themes and patterns in U.S. history from 1865 to present, covering social, economic, political, intellectual, and military developments.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 26th Aug, 2024
• Paid Course