Chinese Society Courses and Certifications

China’s First Empires and the Rise of Buddhism

6 reviews

Learn about the Qin and Han dynasties, and how Buddhism and ideas of self-realization influenced the medieval period.

• edX
• 12 weeks, 1-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

ChinaX Book Club: Five Authors, Five Books, Five Views of China

An exploration of the dynamics of contemporary China using the tools of close reading, discussion, and analysis.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 1-2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1

47 ratings at Coursera

Explore social science research methods, key questions, and challenges in studying Chinese society. Gain critical skills to evaluate social phenomena and research findings.

• Coursera
• 13 hours 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Beginners’ Chinese: a taster course

20 ratings at OpenLearn

Learn about Mandarin Chinese as a tool for communication and gain insights into Chinese society and culture. This free course, Beginners’ Chinese: a taster course, provides a brief introduction to ...

• OpenLearn
• 4 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Chinese Culture and Contemporary China

515 ratings at Coursera

Explore Chinese civilization's foundations, philosophies, arts, society, and contemporary culture. Gain deeper understanding of China's rich heritage and its influence on modern life.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

TED

Behind the Great Firewall of China

Explore how microblogging is creating China's first national public sphere and shifting power dynamics, despite government control over the Internet, with insights from veteran blogger Michael Anti.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

The Generation That's Remaking China

Explore insights into China's urban youth: connected, socially aware, and driving change. Learn about their impact on society and culture from a leading Chinese journalist.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

紅樓夢(The Red Chamber Dream)

55 ratings at Coursera

這門課是對中國小說經典《紅樓夢》的分析與詮釋，著重於認識讀者本身與經典間的關係，並從作者的時代背景與社會階層著手，重新剖析這部人所共愛、人各有所擁戴的經典之作。

• Coursera
• 19 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

TEDx

守望的力量：养老没有想象中那么可怕

探讨国际养老理念与中国养老困局，分享16年医养经验，为老龄化社会提供新视角。杨兴群结合国内外实践，展示养老不必恐慌，而是充满希望的未来。

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

TEDx

The Power of Women - Empowering Chinese Women in Modern Society

探索中国女性的力量和挑战，深入了解已婚女性和青少年女性的生活现状，探讨平权主义和女性创业的重要性。

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

Science, Technology, and Society in China II: History of S&T in Chinese Society

Explore China's scientific and technological evolution, examining historical influences and comparing with Western developments during the Industrial Revolution.

• Coursera
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Science, Technology, and Society in China III: The Present & Policy Implications

Explore China's current science and technology landscape, examining policies, innovation efforts, and global competitiveness to understand its status as a potential technological superpower.

• Coursera
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)