Modern History Courses and Certifications

The Modern World, Part One: Global History from 1760 to 1910

25 reviews

Explore the transformative global history from 1760 to 1910, examining revolutions and societal changes. Discover the reasons behind these shifts. (University of Virginia)

• Coursera
• 15 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

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The History of Modern Israel - Part I: From an Idea to a State

7 reviews

Explore the history of modern Israel with Tel Aviv University's 3-week course. Understand how a 19th-century idea became a reality and shaped the Middle East today.

• Coursera
• 4 hours 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

History of China: The Modern Era

Learn how the Manchus conquered the Qing and established the last of the imperial dynasties. Explore the Maoist period of China, from the Communist Party to the death of Mao. Use the case study method to study China from the rise of Deng Xiaoping to the…

• edX
• On-Demand
• $745.00
• 5 courses

The Modern World, Part Two: Global History since 1910

6 reviews

Explore global history since 1910 in this 7-week course from the University of Virginia, focusing on pivotal choices and transitions into a new era.

• Coursera
• 21 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The History of Modern Israel - Part II: Challenges of Israel as a sovereign state

329 ratings at Coursera

Explore Israeli politics, economy, society, and culture from 1948 to present in this 5-week course by Tel Aviv University. Understand key events and changes that shaped Israel's identity.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Trinity College

The World History of Modern Wine

Explore wine through the eyes of a historian, as you learn about the "old" and "new" worlds of wine, including how its taste and quality has changed over time.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 2-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Trinity College Dublin

The History of the Book in the Early Modern Period: 1450 to 1800

314 ratings at FutureLearn

Explore the history of the book during the early modern period and learn how the invention of printing revolutionized our world.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

TED-Ed

Facing Our Ugly History

1 review

A series of videos featuring various ugly incidents and policies from the history of various countries.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Simple History

Ukraine History

1 review

Explore Ukraine's history, from Russia's invasion to WW2's impact on modern warfare, in under an hour with Simple History.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Skeptic's Guide to American History

189 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

An award-winning scholar and professor examines commonly held myths and half-truths about American history and invites you to think about what really happened in the nation's past--as opposed to what many believe happened.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Foundations of Western Civilization II: A History of the Modern Western World

185 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Expand your understanding into the depth and breadth of an unprecedented period in world history with an expert historian as your guide.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 1 day 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Decisive Battles of World History

158 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

<p>Examine the military encounters that most profoundly affected history in this sweeping course that spans from chariot battles in ancient Egypt to modern conflicts.</p>

• The Great Courses Plus
• 18 hours 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

A History of British India

85 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Explore the storied era of British-ruled India, the dissolution of Britain's empire, and the forging of independent India and Pakistan.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Turning Points in Modern History

83 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Get a unique view of world history by immersing yourself in the fascinating story of the discoveries, inventions, upheavals, and ideas that shaped the modern world.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Agency: A History of the CIA

69 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Follow a noted CIA expert and uncover how the CIA has shaped modern world history.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 11 hours 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available