Cold War Courses and Certifications

Inside Livermore Lab

Weapons in Space: Technology, Politics, and the Rise and Fall of the Strategic Defense Initiative

Explore the rise and fall of the Strategic Defense Initiative, examining space-based weapons technology and its political implications.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Reimagining Reagan - Conservatives and the End of the Cold War - Marcus Witcher, Hayek Lecture Series

1 rating

Challenging conservative myths about Reagan's role in ending the Cold War, exploring his compromises and policy shifts that frustrated conservatives but ultimately led to peaceful relations with the USSR.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

World Economic Forum

Welcome to Cold War Two - Historian Niall Ferguson on Geopolitics in 2026

Explore historian Niall Ferguson's analysis of today's geopolitical landscape as a Second Cold War, drawing lessons from history while highlighting reasons for optimism in 2026.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

44CON Information Security Conference

Cold War Cryptography

Explore Cold War-era encryption methods, ciphers, and cryptographic devices used by intelligence agencies, with insights into historical espionage techniques.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Aspen Institute

Hacking, Disinformation, and the New Cold War with Russia

Explore US-Russia relations, cyberattacks, disinformation, and global implications with experts. Gain insights on Putin's strategies, propaganda tactics, and the future of international diplomacy.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

BSidesLV

Hidden Hot Battle Lessons of Cold War - All Learning Models Have Flaws, Some Have Casualties

Explore hidden Cold War lessons on flawed learning models, data integrity attacks, and AI's future. Gain insights on intelligence as a weapon and cognitive blindness in modern conflicts.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Espionage - A Weapon During the Cold War

Espionage expert Werner Juretzko shares firsthand experiences from the Cold War, detailing spy missions, interrogations, and the inner workings of intelligence agencies like the KGB and Stasi.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Aspen Institute

The Cold War in Africa

Explore the geopolitical competition for influence and resources in Africa, examining the stakes, potential outcomes, and impacts on global alliances and the continent itself.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Simple History

The Cold War

Explore the Cold War's major events, from the Russian Revolution to the fall of the Soviet Union. Delve into crises, technological advancements, and the global impact of this ideological conflict.

• YouTube
• 8 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Cold War

Explore key events and lesser-known aspects of the Cold War through animated documentaries, covering topics from nuclear proliferation to geopolitical conflicts and their lasting impacts.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

America after the Cold War: The First 30 Years

39 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Survey the past 30 years of the American story to understand our world today.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 5 hours 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

CrashCourse

US History by CrashCourse

2 ratings

Crash Course creates free, high-quality educational videos used by teachers and learners of all kinds. John Green kicks off Crash Course US History!

• YouTube
• 11 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Making of US Foreign Policy

11 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive exploration of US foreign policy evolution, institutions, global role, and economic influence, from founding to present-day challenges and international relations.

• Coursera
• 1 day 17 hours 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

AP European History: Exam Prep

Comprehensive exam preparation covering major European history topics from Renaissance to post-Cold War era, with engaging lessons and self-assessment quizzes for effective learning.

• Study.com
• 33 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

AP US History: Tutoring Solution

Comprehensive AP US History tutoring solution offering video lessons, transcripts, and quizzes for test prep and homework help. Mobile-friendly and self-paced for effective studying.

• Study.com
• 2 days 8 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course