People & Society Courses and Certifications

The Ancient Greeks

31 ratings

This is a survey of ancient Greek history from the Bronze Age to the death of Socrates in 399 BCE. Along with studying the most important events and personalities, we will consider broader issues such as political and cultural values and methods of histo…

• Coursera
• 20 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

• Best of All Time

Copyright for Educators (K-12/HE)

70 ratings

Learn the basics of copyright and fair use, so that you can teach your students the essential digital citizenship skills of how to use and share creative work legally and ethically, both in the classroom and online.

• Canvas Network
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part I

26 ratings

This course will review the emergence of the modern Middle East from the fall of the Ottoman Empire, at the end of the First World War to the present. We will discuss the Ottoman legacy in the region and the Western imperial impact on the creation of the…

• Coursera
• 7 hours 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

• Best of All Time

Guru Govind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), New Delhi;  CEC

Society and Media

54 ratings

Explore the dynamic interplay between society and media, examining how they shape each other. Gain insights into social change, marginalization, gender, youth culture, and new forms of participation in the digital age.

• Swayam
• 15 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

International Law in Action: the Arbitration of International Disputes

21 ratings

Explore international arbitration's role in dispute resolution, covering history, principles, and key cases. Gain insights into arbitration's impact on global peace and its interplay with law and politics.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 8 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Monetary Policy in the Asia Pacific

35 ratings

Explore advanced monetary policy implementation in Asia-Pacific economies, focusing on liquidity management, macroeconomic stability, and exchange rate dynamics. Gain analytical skills for policy and market analysis.

• Coursera
• 8 hours 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Bible's Prehistory, Purpose, and Political Future

36 ratings

With its walls razed to ground by Babylon’s armies, Jerusalem joined a long line of ancient vanquished cities—from Ur and Nineveh and Persepolis to Babylon itself. While some recovered from the destruction, others did not.

• Coursera
• 20 hours 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

• Best of All Time

The Modern and the Postmodern (Part 1)

21 ratings

Explore the evolution of modern thought from Enlightenment to postmodernism through key philosophers and artists, examining cultural change, progress, and intellectual history.

• Coursera
• 12 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Positive Psychology

27 ratings

This course discusses research findings in the field of positive psychology, conducted by Barbara Fredrickson and her colleagues. It also features practical applications of this science that you can put to use immediately to help you live a full and mean…

• Coursera
• 11 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

BES 123: Teaching and Learning

45 ratings

Explore psychological and socio-cultural perspectives of learning, teaching strategies, and the teacher's role as innovator and reflective practitioner in this comprehensive educational course.

• Swayam
• 16 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

11 ratings

This course is designed for non-native English speakers who are interested in improving their English skills in the sciences.

• Coursera
• 1 day 10 hours 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Moral Foundations of Politics

15 ratings

Explore major political theories, from Enlightenment to modern debates, examining government legitimacy, social contracts, and democracy. Analyze practical implications for contemporary issues like inequality and state power.

• Coursera
• 45 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Tezpur University;  CEC

DIRECT TAX - LAWS AND PRACTICE

52 ratings

This UG/PG Level 4 credit course is inter-disciplinary in nature and any graduate or anyone pursuing graduation, who wishes to learn about Indian income tax system, can enroll.

• Swayam
• 15 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

• Best of All Time

Ancient Philosophy: Plato & His Predecessors

13 ratings

Explore ancient Greek philosophy from the Presocratics to Plato, examining fundamental questions about reality, knowledge, ethics, and the nature of philosophy itself.

• Coursera
• 3 days 12 hours 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The French Revolution

23 ratings

Explore the origins, events, and impact of the French Revolution through expert lectures, interactive activities, and a comprehensive examination of its social, political, and global significance.

• Coursera
• 24 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course