Political Science Courses and Certifications

Revolutionary Ideas: An Introduction to Legal and Political Philosophy

2 reviews

Explore foundational ideas of political philosophy, examining core values like happiness, justice, equality, and freedom. Analyze the purpose of government, borders, democracy, constitutions, and criminal justice systems through diverse philosophical per…

• Coursera
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Global History of Capitalism

5 reviews

Since the global financial crisis of 2008, there has been an explosion of interest in the history of capitalism. Some narratives focus on enormous waste, environmental destruction, overpowered corporations, exploitation of workers, or outrageous inequali…

• edX
• 6 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Democratic to Authoritarian Rule

1 review

Learn how countries have shifted from democracies to authoritarian societies.

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

Discussing Politics and Debates Teach-Out

Learn strategies for watching presidential debates critically, analyzing candidate positions, and engaging in constructive political discussions with others. Gain tools to navigate polarizing issues effectively.

• Coursera
• 1 week
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Why Iowa? A Primer on Primaries and Caucuses Teach-Out

Explore the complexities of the US presidential election process, from primaries and caucuses to delegates and Super Tuesday. Learn how to engage civically in your community and beyond.

• Coursera
• 1 week
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Democratic to Authoritarian Rule Teach-Out

Explore historical patterns and expert insights on the shift from democratic to authoritarian rule, gaining frameworks to assess contemporary political changes and their implications.

• Coursera
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Future of Gerrymandering Teach-Out

Explore gerrymandering's impact on democracy, from historical origins to current Supreme Court cases, and learn about redistricting reform efforts and citizen initiatives to address this critical issue.

• Coursera
• 2 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Understanding Impeachment Teach-Out

Explore the legal and political aspects of impeachment in the U.S., including historical examples, congressional oversight, and its implications for the future. Gain insights from experts across various disciplines.

• Coursera
• 1 week, 1-4 hours a week
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Trade, Immigration and Exchange Rates in a Globalized World

292 ratings at Coursera

Explore globalization's impact on economies through exchange rates, trade, balance of payments, and immigration. Gain insights into current economic trends and policy implications.

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

Russian History: from Lenin to Putin

780 ratings at Coursera

In this course, Peter Kenez, Professor Emeritus at UC Santa Cruz, explains the events of modern Russian history and introduces its most significant actors—from Vladimir Lenin to Vladimir Putin.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Political and Judicial Elements of American Capitalism

Explores political and judicial aspects of US capitalism through the Merck-Vioxx case, examining regulatory agencies, lobbying, tort law, and patent law's impact on business and reform efforts.

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

Democracy and Majority Rule - Moral Foundations of Politics Lecture 2

Explores majority rule's legitimacy, utilitarian justifications, and democratic models. Examines crosscutting cleavages, public choice theory, and Schumpeter's marketplace model to understand democratic competition and its limitations.

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

Moral Foundations of Politics - The Trial of Adolf Eichmann and Government Legitimacy

Explore the moral complexities of the Eichmann trial, examining governmental legitimacy and the ethical foundations of political systems through critical analysis and discussion.

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

Marrying the Devil in Texas - Private Equity and Environmental Interests in the TXU Case

Explore a private equity deal involving an electric company and environmental groups, examining perspectives from Austin and Washington DC, and the role of public opinion in corporate strategies.

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

Immigration in Modern France - Challenges and Consequences

Explore France's challenges with EU integration, xenophobia, and suburban unrest. Examine threats to national identity and the struggle to uphold ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity in modern France.

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