History Courses and Certifications

IT'S HISTORY

Why Nichols Hall Was Torched - The Rise and Fall of a Kansas State University Icon

Explores the 1968 fire at Kansas State University's Nichols Hall, its aftermath, and the building's revival as a center of academic excellence, including the creation of the "Wabash Cannonball" melody.

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

IT'S HISTORY

The Rise and Fall of Saint Elmo, Colorado - Abandoned Mining Town

Explore the boom and bust of Saint Elmo, a Colorado mining town that flourished in the 1880s before becoming a haunting ghost town, preserved as a testament to frontier life.

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

TEDx

How History Creates Allies and Enemies

Explore how history shapes relationships between nations through lived experiences, empowering us to build connections and overcome differences.

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

Dan Davis History

Sir Francis Drake - England's Greatest Hero and Explorer

Explore the life of Sir Francis Drake, England's greatest hero, from his early voyages to his pivotal role in defeating the Spanish Armada. Discover his exploits as navigator, explorer, and privateer.

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

Tasting History with Max Miller

Cooking on the Soviet Home Front during WWII

Explore Soviet wartime cuisine: rationing, resourcefulness, and resilience. Discover how families adapted recipes and found creative solutions to feed themselves during challenging times.

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

Tasting History with Max Miller

What Was a Viking Funeral Really Like?

Explore Viking funeral practices, debunking myths and revealing historical truths. Discover the diverse burial customs, rituals, and archaeological evidence that shed light on Norse attitudes towards death and the afterlife.

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

Tasting History with Max Miller

The Murder of Egypt's Forgotten Queen - Shajar al-Durr and Om Ali

Explore the intriguing tale of Shajar al-Durr, Egypt's forgotten queen, and the origin of the dessert Om Ali in this historical journey through medieval Egypt's power struggles.

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

College of DuPage

The Jazz Age: Historical Context for "Gods of Jade and Shadow"

Explore the historical context of "Gods of Jade and Shadow" through a deep dive into the Jazz Age and post-Mexican Revolution era.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Linnean Society

The Linnaeus Household - Identity and Materiality

Explore the Linnaeus household's role in shaping Carl Linnaeus's fame, examining social practices, academic life, and identity formation in 18th-century Uppsala.

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

Tasting History with Max Miller

What Did History's Pets Eat?

Explore the fascinating history of pet nutrition, from ancient Roman dog biscuits to medieval cat diets. Discover how pet food evolved and what historical pets consumed.

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

TEDx

History Experiences Déjà Vu Too - Preventing Future Catastrophes Through Global Awareness

Explore how historical patterns repeat and learn to foster global awareness for a safer future through meaningful conversations and empathy.

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

Remembering Empire

This course is about the collective memory of empire. Led by researchers at the University of Stirling, Scotland, you will examine the different ways the colonial past influences the present through the specific case study of the French settlers of Alger…

• iversity
• 5 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

University College London;  Yad Vashem - The World Holocaust Remembrance Center

Teaching the Holocaust: Innovative Approaches to the Challenges We Face

Explore history, delve into pedagogical challenges revealed by research, and find practical solutions for teaching the Holocaust.

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

The Rise of Rome

<p>From great leaders to everyday citizens, delve into the early days and the dramatic collapse of the Roman Republic.</p>

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

Better Days Course 1

Explore Women's History through an engaging K12 curriculum, highlighting key figures and events that shaped the past and continue to influence the present.

• Canvas Network
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course