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      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Reasoning Across the Disciplines

      Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Chemistry, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, World History, Physical Science, Research, Legal Research, Psychology

      4.4
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google AR & VR

      VR and 360 Video Production

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Video Production, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Post-Production, Media Production, Videography, Storyboarding, Digital Publishing, Photography, Editing

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Sydney

      Information & Digital Literacy for University Success

      Skills you'll gain: File Management, Information Management, Problem Solving, Document Management, Critical Thinking, Digital Communications, Resourcefulness, Learning Strategies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Management, Literacy, Liberal Arts, Organizational Skills, Writing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Sapienza University of Rome

      At the Origins of the Mediterranean Civilization: Archaeology of the City from the Levant to the West - 3rd-1st millennium BC

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Anthropology, Art History, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Socioeconomics, Economics, Water Resources, Political Sciences

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      424 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Hebrew University of Jerusalem

      Modern Hebrew Poetry שירה עברית מודרנית

      Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, World History, Literacy, Liberal Arts, Writing, Aesthetics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Graphic Elements of Design: Color Theory and Image Formats

      Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Typography, Design, Photo Editing, Design Elements And Principles, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      584 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Wesleyan University

      How to Change the World

      Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Health Equity, Health Care, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Philanthropy, Public Health, Environmental Policy, Community Development, Advocacy, Empowerment

      4.7
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      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 Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Storytelling, Adobe InDesign, Typography, Adobe Photoshop, Color Theory, Art History

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Wesleyan University

      Memoir and Personal Essay: Managing Your Relationship with the Reader

      Skills you'll gain: Journals, Journalism

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      254 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Fundamentals of Rehearsing Music Ensembles

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Choral Music, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Music, Classical Music, Vibrations

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      418 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Melbourne

      How Music Can Change Your Life

      Skills you'll gain: Music, World Music, Cultural Diversity, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Mental Health, Community Development, Rehabilitation, Diversity Awareness, Psychotherapy, Neurology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      177 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      Art & Inquiry: Museum Teaching Strategies For Your Classroom

      Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Teaching, Liberal Arts, Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Self-Awareness, Curriculum Planning, Learning Styles, Empathy, Social Studies, Discussion Facilitation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      518 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Reasoning Across the Disciplines: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • VR and 360 Video Production: Google AR & VR
    • Information & Digital Literacy for University Success: The University of Sydney
    • At the Origins of the Mediterranean Civilization: Archaeology of the City from the Levant to the West - 3rd-1st millennium BC: Sapienza University of Rome
    • Modern Hebrew Poetry שירה עברית מודרנית : Hebrew University of Jerusalem
    • Graphic Elements of Design: Color Theory and Image Formats: University of Colorado Boulder
    • How to Change the World: Wesleyan University
    • Basic Elements of Design: Design Principles and Software Overview: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Memoir and Personal Essay: Managing Your Relationship with the Reader: Wesleyan University
    • Fundamentals of Rehearsing Music Ensembles: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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