Humanities Courses and Certifications

The Modern World, Part One: Global History from 1760 to 1910

25 ratings

Explore global transformations from 1760-1910, examining political, economic, and social revolutions that shaped the modern world. Understand key historical events and their lasting impact on society.

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

• Best of All Time

H.N.B Garhwal University (A Central University) Srinagar Garhwal;  CEC

Academic Writing

1864 ratings

This course aims to fill this gap by providing the fundamental knowledge required for effective and result oriented academic writing. It is a foundation course and the application of this knowledge completely depends on an individual learner and his or h…

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

• Best of All Time

Basic Spanish 2: One Step Further

60 ratings

Beginners course for learners of Spanish that focuses not only on language, but also on cultural aspects, specifically designed for English speakers.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 4-5 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Writing in the Sciences

14 ratings

Enhance scientific writing skills through practical exercises, covering manuscript structure, peer review, grant writing, ethical publishing, and communicating with broader audiences.

• Coursera
• 1 day 6 hours 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Basic Spanish 1: Getting Started

448 ratings

Learn Spanish and explore Spanish culture in this introductory language course, designed for English speakers.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 4-5 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science

70 ratings

Explore the intersection of religion and science through expert discussions on cosmology, Buddhism, evolution, theology, and human uniqueness, examining compatibility and philosophical implications.

• Coursera
• 1 day 2 hours 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

• Best of All Time

Upper-Intermediate English: Business and Industry

61 ratings

Take your English language skills to the next level. Learn how to write letters, use appropriate verbal tenses and enhance your vocabulary and grammar, all within the context of business.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 3-5 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Greek and Roman Mythology

21 ratings

Explore ancient Greek and Roman myths, their cultural significance, and enduring influence. Analyze epic poems, tragedies, and philosophical interpretations to uncover timeless themes of heroism, justice, and human nature.

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

• Best of All Time

Know Thyself - The Value and Limits of Self-Knowledge: The Examined Life

30 ratings

Explore self-knowledge through philosophy, psychology, and neuroscience. Examine its value, limitations, and relation to wisdom. Gain insights from Western, Chinese, and Buddhist perspectives while cultivating meditative practices.

• Coursera
• 19 hours 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

• Best of All Time

Success: Practical Thinking Skills

64 ratings

Develop positive values and powerful problem-solving skills for personal and professional success through insights from great philosophers and practical thinking techniques.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 4-6 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

• Best of All Time

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

Academic Writing Made Easy

55 ratings

Struggling with writing an academic text? This MOOC will ease the pain – and make your writing shine.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 2-3 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

The Aspen Institute

Do We Need to Rescue the Humanities? - The Decline and Importance of Humanistic Studies

1 rating

Exploring the decline of humanities in education and its impact on society, culture, and democracy. Discusses the importance of arts, history, and philosophy in shaping critical thinking and civic engagement.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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

Institute for Advanced Study

What Is the Value of the Humanities? How We Read -and Write- Today - Suzanne Akbari

Explore the value of humanities through reading practices, emphasizing the importance of vocal engagement and global literature in expanding our understanding of texts and cultures.

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