History Courses and Certifications

WW1 Heroism: Through Art and Film

61 reviews

Discover just some of the ways that heroism and the First World War is portrayed through art and film.

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

The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part I

25 reviews

This course will review the emergence of the modern Middle East from the fall of the Ottoman Empire, at the end of the First World War to the present. We will discuss the Ottoman legacy in the region and the Western imperial impact on the creation of the…

• Coursera
• 7 hours 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

The French Revolution

23 reviews

Explore the origins, events, and impact of the French Revolution through expert lectures, interactive activities, and a comprehensive examination of its social, political, and global significance.

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

Arab-Islamic History: From Tribes to Empires

24 reviews

Learn about the history of the Arab and Muslim world during its first millennium, including political, social and cultural aspects.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 3-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

The Modern and the Postmodern (Part 1)

21 reviews

Explore the evolution of modern thought from Enlightenment to postmodernism through key philosophers and artists, examining cultural change, progress, and intellectual history.

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

University of Virginia;  UVA Lifetime Learning, Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation

Patrick Henry: Forgotten Founder

16 reviews

Explore Patrick Henry's pivotal role in the American Revolution, his opposition to the Constitution, and his enduring impact on early U.S. politics. Gain insights into the complex forces shaping the nation's founding.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

A Scuola con Raffaello

37 reviews

Nell’anno delle celebrazioni per il cinquecentenario dalla morte di Raffaello Sanzio, il corso ne ripercorre la vita e l’opera con l’aiuto di studiosi, ricercatori e professori universitari, per offrire alle scuole spunti e approfondimenti multidisciplin…

• Independent
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

• Best of All Time

Age of Jefferson

10 reviews

This course provides an overview of Thomas Jefferson's work and perspectives presented by the University of Virginia in partnership with Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello. Together, UVA and Monticello are recognized internationally as a UNESCO World Heritage…

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

The Kennedy Half Century

11 reviews

Explore JFK's presidency, assassination, and enduring legacy. Understand his influence on subsequent presidents and modern politics. Analyze the lasting impact of his words and actions.

• Coursera
• 9-10 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Magic in the Middle Ages

16 reviews

Explore medieval magic, from popular practices to learned traditions, challenging stereotypes and understanding the cultural context of magical thought in European and Islamic societies.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Constitutional Struggles in the Muslim World

11 reviews

Explore the constitutional challenges in Muslim-majority countries, examining historical contexts, political movements, and the interplay between religion and governance in shaping modern Muslim societies.

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

The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II

11 reviews

Explore the Middle East's modern history, from Arab nationalism to the Arab Spring, examining conflicts, religion, politics, and revolutionary events that shape the region today.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

CrashCourse

History of Science - CrashCourse

15 reviews

In 46 episodes, Hank Green teaches you the history of science! This course is based on the 2nd and 3rd edition of Science & Technology in World History by McClellan & Dorn.

• YouTube
• 10 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Spain of Don Quixote

11 reviews

An exploration of Spain depicted in Cervante’s historic novel, Don Quixote – a Golden Age in which Spanish arts and literature reached worldwide excellence.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 4-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Yad Vashem - The World Holocaust Remembrance Center;  Tel Aviv University

The Holocaust - An Introduction (I): Nazi Germany: Ideology, The Jews and the World

7 reviews

Explore Nazi ideology, its impact on Jews, and the transformation of Germany into a totalitarian state. Examine the Holocaust's context within WWII and Jewish experiences of isolation and persecution.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)