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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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    • T

      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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      American Museum of Natural History

      Evolution: A Course for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Anthropology, Life Sciences, Culture, Environment, Biology, Curriculum Planning, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      326 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      Creative Writing: The Craft of Style

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Editing, Proofreading, Writing, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Anti-Racism

      Skills you'll gain: Community Outreach, Social Justice, Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Awareness, Advocacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Community Development, Diversity Training, Interviewing Skills, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Sociology, Intercultural Competence, Multimedia

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      303 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • S

      Sungkyunkwan University

      Korean Music, A Philosophical Exploration

      Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music Theory, World Music, Classical Music, Aesthetics, Culture, Cultural Diversity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      Emory University

      The Bible's Prehistory, Purpose, and Political Future

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Political Sciences, World History, Culture, Community Development, Education and Training, Storytelling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      287 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      C

      California Institute of the Arts

      Brand New Brand

      Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Style Guides, Branding, Typography, Graphic and Visual Design, Brainstorming, Design Research, Adobe InDesign, Creativity, Storytelling, Adobe Photoshop, Color Theory, Design Elements And Principles

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • D

      Duke University

      Copyright for Multimedia

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Data Sharing, Multimedia, Music, Video Production, Electronic Media, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Photography

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      417 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      D

      Duke University

      Art of the MOOC: Experiments with Sound

      Skills you'll gain: World Music, Music History, Music, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Multimedia, Public Affairs, Performing Arts, Music Performance, Electronic Media, Liberal Arts, Experimentation, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Peking University

      20世纪西方音乐 Western Music in the 20th Century

      Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music Theory, Music, World Music, Classical Music, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Musical Composition, Performing Arts, Creativity, Art History

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Copenhagen

      Søren Kierkegaard - Subjectivity, Irony and the Crisis of Modernity

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

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      716 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      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
      ·
      418 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Introduction to solar cells: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
    • Evolution: A Course for Educators: American Museum of Natural History
    • Creative Writing: The Craft of Style: Wesleyan University
    • Anti-Racism: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Korean Music, A Philosophical Exploration: Sungkyunkwan University
    • The Bible's Prehistory, Purpose, and Political Future: Emory University
    • Brand New Brand: California Institute of the Arts
    • Copyright for Multimedia: Duke University
    • Art of the MOOC: Experiments with Sound: Duke University
    • 20世纪西方音乐 Western Music in the 20th Century: Peking University

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