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    Explore music history to understand the evolution of musical styles. Learn about significant periods, composers, and cultural impacts of music.

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      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to Research for Essay Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Writing, Writing and Editing, Proofreading, Vocabulary, Style Guides

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity

      Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Socioeconomics, Cultural Sensitivity, Community Development, Advocacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      716 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Introduction to Technical Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Technical Communication, Software Documentation, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Typography, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Collaborative Software, Proofreading, Peer Review, Multimedia, Version Control

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      321 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Journalism, 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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      383 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Rochester

      The Blues: Understanding and Performing an American Art Form

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

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      605 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Michigan State University

      Principles of Photo Composition and Digital Image Post-Production

      Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Photography, Photo Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Post-Production, Color Theory, Digital Design, File Management, Adobe Creative Cloud

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      Art & Ideas: Teaching with Themes

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Liberal Arts, Lesson Planning, Aesthetics, Social Studies, Teaching, Creativity, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      484 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Introduction to Virtual Reality

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Unity Engine, Virtual Environment, Video Game Development, Display Devices, Technical Design, Human Computer Interaction, Computer Graphics, Human Factors

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, European History, World History, Anthropology, Political Sciences, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      737 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Refugees in the 21st Century

      Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, International Relations, World History, Social Justice, Crisis Intervention, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Conflict Management, Demography, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Student Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      561 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Grabación y postproducción musical dentro y fuera del estudio

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Post-Production, Music, Media Production, Editing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Introduction to solar cells

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power, Electronic Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Emerging Technologies, Mathematical Modeling, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Simulation and Simulation Software, Manufacturing Processes, Systems Of Measurement, Engineering Calculations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Introduction to Research for Essay Writing: University of California, Irvine
    • Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity: University of Colorado System
    • Introduction to Technical Writing: Board Infinity
    • Film, Images & Historical Interpretation in the 20th Century: The Camera Never Lies: University of London
    • The Blues: Understanding and Performing an American Art Form: University of Rochester
    • Principles of Photo Composition and Digital Image Post-Production: Michigan State University
    • Art & Ideas: Teaching with Themes: The Museum of Modern Art
    • Introduction to Virtual Reality: University of London
    • Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors: University of Pennsylvania
    • Refugees in the 21st Century: University of London

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