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      University of London

      Film, Images & Historical Interpretation in the 20th Century: The Camera Never Lies

      Skills you'll gain: Public History, Photography, Photo Editing, Media and Communications, Research, World History, Storytelling, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      387 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Basic Elements of Design: Design Principles and Software Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Design, Typography, Adobe InDesign, Content Creation, Design Research, Information Architecture, Color Theory, Adobe Photoshop

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      986 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Biology, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Psychology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Psychology, Sociology, Discussion Facilitation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      523 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Old Norse Mythology in the Sources

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Research, European History, Storytelling, Culture, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      364 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare

      Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Research, Psychology, Investigation, Creativity, World History, Writing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      258 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      The Kennedy Half Century

      Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Media and Communications, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, International Relations, Public History, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      501 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      America Through Foreign Eyes

      Skills you'll gain: World History, Liberal Arts, International Relations, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Economics, Sociology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      400 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Melbourne

      Sexing the Canvas: Art and Gender

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, World History, Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      433 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Berklee

      Desarrollando tu musicalidad

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Music Performance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      505 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Berklee

      Singing Popular Music

      Skills you'll gain: Music Performance, Self-Awareness, Performing Arts, Music, Music Theory, Creativity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      164 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Coexistence in Medieval Spain: Jews, Christians, and Muslims

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, World History, Intercultural Competence, European History, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Research, Research Methodologies, Governance

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      135 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular humanities courses

    • Film, Images & Historical Interpretation in the 20th Century: The Camera Never Lies: University of London
    • Basic Elements of Design: Design Principles and Software Overview: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy: The University of Edinburgh
    • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion: The University of Edinburgh
    • Old Norse Mythology in the Sources: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare: University of London
    • The Kennedy Half Century: University of Virginia
    • America Through Foreign Eyes: Rice University
    • Sexing the Canvas: Art and Gender: The University of Melbourne
    • Desarrollando tu musicalidad: Berklee

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