Extremism Courses and Certifications

The Aspen Institute

Free Radical - Journey Into and Out of America's Most Violent Hate Movement

Intimate conversation exploring modern racism, hate, and alt-right movements with a former neo-Nazi leader. Discusses origins of white nationalism, de-radicalization efforts, and strategies to counter extremism.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Hate on the Rise: Understanding and Combating Intolerance in America

Explore the rise of hate in America, its impact on communities, and strategies for combating intolerance. Learn from experts about current trends, targeted groups, and effective ways to promote tolerance and unity.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED-Ed

A Global Culture to Fight Extremism

Explore strategies to combat extremism through grassroots movements and global social activism, as presented by former Islamist extremist Maajid Nawaz in his thought-provoking TED Talk.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Skepticism

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Explore skepticism's role in modern debates, its philosophical foundations, and its impact on knowledge and society. Learn to navigate doubt and cultivate intellectual virtues for a flourishing life.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Stanford Seminar - Algorithmic Extremism- Examining YouTube's Rabbit Hole of Radicalization

Examination of YouTube's recommendation algorithm, challenging claims of far-right radicalization. Data analysis reveals a preference for mainstream media over fringe content, with implications for online political discourse.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

A Global Culture to Fight Extremism

Former Islamist extremist explores why extremist organizations succeed and proposes grassroots stories and global social activism to spread democracy in the face of nationalism and xenophobia.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

World Science Festival

The Roots of Extremism in Your Brain

Explore the psychological and neurological origins of extremism, examining group dynamics, tribalism, and social media's impact on polarization through expert discussions and personal accounts.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Aspen Institute

Radical - My Journey Out Of Islamist Extremism

Explore one man's journey from Islamist extremism to liberal democratic values, examining radicalization, imprisonment, and transformation towards promoting citizenship and religious freedom.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

My Descent into America's Neo-Nazi Movement - And How I Got Out

A former neo-Nazi leader shares his journey into and out of white supremacy, offering insights on radicalization and a counterintuitive solution to combat hate in all its forms.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

My Descent into America's Neo-Nazi Movement and How I Got Out

Former neo-Nazi leader shares his journey into and out of America's white supremacist movement, offering insights on radicalization and a surprising solution to combat hate in all forms.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

Inside the Mind of a Former Radical Jihadist

Former jihadist Manwar Ali reflects on his experience with radicalization and appeals to those drawn to extremism, urging them to let go of anger and hatred and embrace goodness, beauty, and truth in others.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Aspen Institute

Counterterrorism and Countering Violent Extremism

Experts discuss strategies to counter terrorism and violent extremism, focusing on digital battlespace, community engagement, and integration to prevent radicalization and win hearts and minds.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Yannic Kilcher

Interview - Mark Ledwich - Algorithmic Extremism: Examining YouTube's Rabbit Hole of Radicalization

Exploring YouTube's recommendation algorithm and its impact on political content consumption, debunking claims of radicalization and revealing preferences for mainstream media.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Countering Violent Extremism - Drivers, Triggers, and Prevention Strategies

Explore the drivers, triggers, and warning signs of violent extremism, and discuss strategies for prevention with experts from government, tech, and academia.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Countering Violent Extremism in the United States - Strategies and Challenges

Explore strategies to counter violent extremism in the US, examining domestic and international threats, social media's role, and government responses.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video