Democracy Courses and Certifications

Books That Matter: The Federalist Papers

136 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

See what the 85 essays that make up The Federalist Papers can tell us about American government from its founding to today.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 6 hours 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Understanding the US Government

93 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Better understand the inner workings of US political institutions in this gripping course taught by a celebrated political scientist, and gain eye-opening insights into America’s democratic system.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Democracy and Its Alternatives

55 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

<p>Dig into democracy’s definitions, duties, debates, and difficulties, with special attention to how democratic governments have worked—or not—around the world and throughout time.</p>

• The Great Courses Plus
• 9 hours 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

University of Kashmir;  CEC

Political Processes and Institutions in Comparative Perspective

Explore political processes and institutions globally, examining theories, approaches, and case studies. Gain insights into democracy, federalism, party systems, and governance structures across different contexts.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Suan Dusit University

Introduction to Political Philosophy

Explore key debates in political thought, from liberty vs community to democracy vs meritocracy, examining influential arguments that have shaped political values across Eastern and Western traditions.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Smithsonian Summer Sessions: Inspiring Civic Engagement

Discover how museum objects can help learners explore the challenges and opportunities of living in a democracy and inspire civic action.

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

Classical Political Philosophy (Plato-Marx)

Explore foundational ideas from major political thinkers like Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Marx, examining their enduring influence on modern governance.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

CEC;  Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Govt Arts and Commerce College ...

Understanding Political Theory

Explore power dynamics, political theories, and key concepts in governance. Analyze historical perspectives and modern approaches to democracy, citizenship, and electoral systems.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

IIT Guwahati;  NPTEL

Introduction To Political Theory

The major objective of this course is to introduce the students to some of the key concepts and ideas of politics which shape our political discourse.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Grade 11 Civic Unit 1 - Building Democratic System

Explore the foundations of democracy, human rights, and key features of democratic systems in Ethiopia's civic education curriculum.

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

Social Science

Explore democracy, rural dynamics, and women in science in India, examining social movements, representation, food processing, and gender-specific challenges and achievements.

• YouTube
• 4 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

Giving Voice to Future Generations

Eva Rovers explores innovative ways to represent future generations in democratic decision-making, advocating for long-term thinking and citizen involvement to create more sustainable and inclusive policies.

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

TEDx

What Fast Food Can Tell Us About Voting

Explore three simple reforms to revolutionize voting access: making Election Day a holiday, allowing county-wide voting, and enabling same-day registration. Discover their potential impact on electoral participation.

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

Black Hat

Hacking Democracy - Will Our Societies Hold?

Explore the impact of digital technologies on democratic societies and the challenges they pose to governance, social cohesion, and political stability in this thought-provoking keynote.

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

TEDx

Mending Broken Trust - Police and the Communities They Serve

Explore how law enforcement can shift from enforcing laws to protecting rights, fostering justice and strengthening community bonds. Insights from a 48-year police career on rebuilding trust and democracy.

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