American West Courses and Certifications

The American West: History, Myth, and Legacy

176 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Discover what the Wild West was really like as acclaimed Professor Patrick N. Allitt reveals the truth behind our cherished stories.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Water in the Western United States

27 ratings at Coursera

This course combines an overview of the science behind water and climate in the Western United States with a survey of the major legal, political, and cultural issues focused on this precious resource.

• Coursera
• 5 weeks, 5 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology

Ice Age Horses of the American West

Explore the fascinating history of ice age horses in North America, their ecological significance, and recent paleontological discoveries in Nevada and Wyoming.

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

University College of the North

Made In America: Exploring the Hollywood Western

2 ratings

Throughout the 1940s and 1950s, the Western was the most popular film genre in the United States. This course offers fascinating insights into American culture and the American frontier. Saddle up and ride with us into the Hollywood West.

• Canvas Network
• 6 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Free Online Course