Extra Credits Courses

Extra History: World War II

World War II is one of the (if not THE) most historically significant events in modern human existence, but it can be quite a complicated and challenging story to unravel.

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

Extra Politics

Explore US politics through game design concepts, analyzing elections, rules, and systemic issues while considering potential solutions for a more effective democracy.

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

The History of D&D Hasbro Refused to Learn From

Explore the legal battles and fan challenges that shaped Dungeons & Dragons over decades. Discover how disputes and licensing agreements influenced the game's evolution and the entire RPG industry.

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

Extra History: Empire of Brazil

Explore Brazil's journey from colony to empire through engaging animated episodes, covering key events, political dramas, and the path to independence.

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

Extra History: Japanese Militarism

Explore Japan's transition from Taisho democracy to militarism, covering key events and political shifts that shaped the nation's pre-WWII history.

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

Conquest of India

Explore the complex history of India's colonization, from the East India Companies to the Company Raj, uncovering key events, figures, and lasting impacts on the subcontinent.

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

Extra History: Grigori Rasputin

Explore the enigmatic life of Rasputin, from his rise to power in the Russian court to his controversial influence and infamous demise, separating fact from legend.

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

Extra History: Vlad the Impaler

Explore the brutal reign and bloody legacy of Vlad III, from his ruthless pursuit of power to his influence on the Dracula legend in this comprehensive historical series.

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

Extra History: The Thirty Years' War

Explore the devastating Thirty Years' War through a comprehensive series, examining its origins, major events, and far-reaching consequences across Europe and the Holy Roman Empire.

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

Jewish Pirates

Explore the fascinating world of Jewish pirates, their origins in the Spanish Inquisition, and their impact on maritime history and the New World.

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

Extra History: Saladin and the 3rd Crusade

Explore Saladin's rise, unification of the Middle East, and his pivotal role in the Third Crusade, including the recapture of Jerusalem and subsequent defense against European powers.

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

Extra History: Teddy Roosevelt, Trust Buster

Explore Theodore Roosevelt's battle against monopolies, investigative journalism's role, and industrial abuses in early 20th century America through engaging animated storytelling.

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

Extra History: Policing London

Explore the evolution of law enforcement in London, from corrupt thief-takers to the establishment of Scotland Yard, in this engaging historical series.

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

Extra History: The Haitian Revolution

Explore the complex history of the Haitian Revolution through engaging animated episodes, covering its origins, key events, and lasting impact on global history and the fight for freedom.

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

Extra History: Ibn Battuta

Explore the extraordinary life and travels of Ibn Battuta, from his encounters with Mongols and mystics to his adventures in China and beyond, in this captivating historical series.

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