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Paradoxes of war

The Paradoxes of War is an online programme offered in partnership with the prestigious Princeton University. The course encompasses all the core concepts of war and explains how it paradoxically expresses man’s innate animal instincts and constitutes our coherence as groups. The course curriculum consists of key learnings to help you understand these, such as war’s nature, causes, experiences, the war between armies, how battles have progressed, the war between societies, war’s social aspects, and more.

The Paradoxes of War programme is an entirely free course, where all features will be available to you without any cost. The curriculum includes pre-recorded videos and has been designed to suit your busy schedule. Hence, it is entirely online so that you begin instantly and learn whenever you want

Furthermore, the Coursera Paradoxes of War Online Course is available in English but also features multilingual subtitles, including Portuguese (Brazilian), French, English, Russian, Romanian, and Spanish. The programme will last a total of 13 weeks, and you will be able to complete it in approximately 14 hours. No certification is provided for this course.

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13 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Sociology Knowledge of history
Age of Jefferson

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Age of Jefferson

Coursera’s Age of Jefferson course provides a comprehensive look into the life and times of Thomas Jefferson. The seven-part course, with each part comprising lectures, readings, and a tour of institutions and places pivotal to the life of Jefferson, is a place for anyone looking to know the historical figure on a personal level.

The institutional tours offered by Coursera’s Age of Jefferson course are quite in-depth, with an abundance of knowledge regarding the work done by Jefferson in Monticello Estate and the University of Virginia, and how the work brought about a significant change in his life and philosophy. The curriculum reading also includes a lot of letters and other writings penned by Thomas Jefferson. The syllabus also covers the famous letter the historical figure wrote to James Madison, named “the earth belongs to the living.”

Also, the Age of Jefferson online programme is entirely an online learning experience, with no strict lecture timings, allowing you to tackle the course at your own pace. The certification training, alongside the video lectures, also has a ton of reading material paired up with weekly graded tests to put your newly acquired knowledge to test. On course completion, you will be rewarded with an industry-revered certificate by Coursera.

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7 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of history
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The French Revolution

The French Revolution Certification Course is a beginner-level course that focuses on one of the most significant upheavals in world history, the french revolution. The 100% online course will discuss the important aspects of the revolution including its origin, progression, and outcomes.

The French Revolution Classes will be coordinated by Prof. Peter McPhee, Honorary, Melbourne Graduate School of Education, The University of Melbourne. The course will provide a comprehensive view of the events that lead to the french revolution and its notable consequences.

The French Revolution Live Course is taught in a flexible manner where learners can reset deadlines according to their convenience. The course would take approximately 24 hours to complete. The course is taught through video lectures, assignments, quizzes, and practice exercises and provides learners with a shareable certificate.

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6 Weeks
Beginner
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of history

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Leiden University, Leiden via Coursera
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The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World

The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World Certification Course is a 100% online course that explores the historical significance of the Arabic Medieval World. The history course available on the Coursera platform has a flexible structure that is convenient for candidates. The course will take the candidates to the Middle Ages and marketplaces of Cairo along with historiographical debates.

The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World Training will be led by Prof Dr. Petra Sijpesteijn of Leiden University. The course will be taught through video lectures, reading materials, and engaging practice exercises to enhance the knowledge of learners. Once all course procedures are completed, candidates will receive The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World Certification by Coursera and Leiden University.

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6 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of history
Certificate

Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and protest

Magna Carta is an old document approximately 807 years old which is an important document of history and has altered the laws and regulations of the United Kingdom. It is a document that is enforced in 1215 to king John that a king and his government are not above the law. The document is very important from the historical point of view and also holds importance in spreading liberty among the civilians. The course on Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and Protest is an initiative by the University of London for the students who are willing to explore more about the Magna Carta. 

Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and Protest training is an online 6-week course available on the online platform of Coursera. The classes of the course will be taken by the experts and will be completed in 10 hours. The course will focus on the significance of the Magna Carta on the globe, and the reason behind perceiving the Magna Carta as a radical document. The candidates who shall opt for the certification mode will receive Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and Protest certification by the University of London and Coursera.

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6 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of law
Wonders of Ancient Egypt

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Wonders of Ancient Egypt

Egypt is one of the countries that has a wealthy and long history. The country is linking northeast Africa with the Middle East, dating to the time of the pharaohs. The fertile Nile river, temples, ancient monuments, and pharaohs are the central reason for its strong history. The course on Wonders of Ancient Egypt is an initiative by the University of Pennsylvania for the learners who wish to dig deeper into the history of Egypt. 

Wonders of Ancient Egypt training is available on the Coursera portal and the course shall make learners aware of the rich and strong history of Egypt. The learner shall learn about the wonders and strange traditions of the country. This is an online course with flexible deadlines of 6 weeks duration. The classes will be delivered by the experts in the art and history of Egypt and shall be completed within 10 hours. The candidates who have enrolled in the course will also receive Wonders of Ancient Egypt certification from the University of Pennsylvania by the end of the course. 

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6 Weeks
Intermediate
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of history
A Voice of Their Own Womens Spirituality in the Middle Ages

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University of Barcelona, Barcelona via Coursera

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Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv via Coursera
Coexistence in Medieval Spain Jews Christians and Muslims

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Burgos Deciphering Secrets of Medieval Spain

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Burgos Deciphering Secrets of Medieval Spain

5 Weeks
Expert
Free
Inclusion Diversity Equity and Access Essentials

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Inclusion Diversity Equity and Access Essentials

4 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Writing your World Finding yourself in the academic space

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Kennedy Half Century

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The Kennedy Half Century

4 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Certificate

Contemporary India

Contemporary India is a diverse country that is progressive and developing. India has observed many changes after its independence in 1947. The country has accepted that change is a part and parcel of life. The course on Contemporary India shall focus on the multifaceted process of change and examines the current tensions prevailing in the country. It discusses the political linguistics identities and measures to deal with the major problems like unemployment and poverty.  

Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and Protest training is provided by the University of Melbourne on the online learning platform of Coursera. This is a beginner-level, 3-week course and the classes for the same will be completed in 15 hours. Candidates should sign-in on the portal and start learning about the current scenario in India. The students who shall opt for the certification mode will receive Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and Protest certification by the University of Melbourne at the end of the course. 

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3 Weeks
Beginner
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of history
Anti Racism I

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Anti Racism I

3 Weeks
Beginner
4,051

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Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv via Coursera
Russian History from Lenin to Putin

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Russian History: from Lenin to Putin

3 Weeks
Beginner
Free

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Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv , Yad Vashem via Coursera

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Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv , Yad Vashem via Coursera
Water in the Western United States

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Water in the Western United States

3 Weeks
Beginner
Free

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