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    Explore American history from colonization to the present. Understand key events, figures, and movements that shaped the nation.

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      Princeton University

      Global Systemic Risk

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Network Analysis, Systems Thinking, Systems Analysis, International Relations, Governance, World History, Risk Management, Financial Systems, Economics, Socioeconomics, Complex Problem Solving, Supply Chain

      4.7
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Network Principles in Practice: Linux Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Kubernetes, Network Administration, Network Architecture, Software-Defined Networking, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Border Gateway Protocol, Docker (Software), Network Routing, Containerization, Virtualization, Network Switches

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      是誰在說話 -- 可愛的臺灣。(Intermediate Chinese)

      Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Storytelling, Public History, Ancient History

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      199 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      South Asian Religions & Ecology

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Water Resources, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Social Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Ancient History

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Producción musical con software libre

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Post-Production, Open Source Technology, Media Production, Music History, Aesthetics, Collaborative Software, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Creativity, Editing, Digital Publishing, Content Creation, Computer Programming Tools, Computer Networking, System Configuration, Data Import/Export

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      232 reviews

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      University of Toronto

      The City and You: Find Your Best Place

      Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Economic Development, Cultural Diversity, Innovation, Economics, Crisis Management, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      157 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Zurich

      Asian Environmental Humanities: Landscapes in Transition

      Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Socioeconomics, Environmental Issue, Culture, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environment and Resource Management, Liberal Arts, International Relations, World History, Community Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Evolution of Video Editing Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Post-Production, Editing, Video Production, Motion Graphics, Music, Animations, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Music History, Typography, Storytelling, Multimedia, Art History, Communication, Creative Problem-Solving

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

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      University of Glasgow

      Cultural impact of housing displacement gentrification

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies, Community Development, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Qualitative Research, World History, Demography, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

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      University of Minnesota

      Nursing Informatics Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Nursing Management, Nursing Administration, Nursing Practices, Nursing, Health Informatics, Health Care Administration, Health Technology, Nursing Process, Technology Roadmaps, Medical Equipment and Technology, Electronic Medical Record

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Utrecht University

      Contemporary Palestinian History

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Conflict Management, Political Sciences, World History, Diplomacy, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Research, Timelines, Cultural Diversity, Governance

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Opioid Epidemic: From Evidence to Impact

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Prescription, Injury Prevention, Chronic Diseases, Mental and Behavioral Health, Epidemiology, Pharmacy, Patient Education And Counseling, Engineering Design Process, Health Policy, Public Health, Pharmacology, Treatment Planning, Trend Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular american history courses

    • Global Systemic Risk : Princeton University
    • Network Principles in Practice: Linux Networking: University of Colorado Boulder
    • 是誰在說話 -- 可愛的臺灣。(Intermediate Chinese): National Taiwan University
    • South Asian Religions & Ecology: Yale University
    • Producción musical con software libre: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • The City and You: Find Your Best Place: University of Toronto
    • Asian Environmental Humanities: Landscapes in Transition: University of Zurich
    • The Evolution of Video Editing Techniques: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Cultural impact of housing displacement gentrification: University of Glasgow
    • Nursing Informatics Leaders: University of Minnesota

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