Literature Courses and Certifications

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Shakespeare’s Outsiders

1 rating

Explore Shakespeare's outsiders in Hamlet, The Merchant of Venice, and Othello. Delve into historical context, artistic interpretations, and the enduring relevance of these complex characters.

• edX
• 12 weeks, 5-7 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• $297.00
• 3 courses

ChinaX Book Club: Five Authors, Five Books, Five Views of China

5 ratings at edX

An exploration of the dynamics of contemporary China using the tools of close reading, discussion, and analysis.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 1-2 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Global Shakespeares: Re-Creating the Merchant of Venice

Learn how performance of William Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice provides occasions for creative, thoughtful communication across personal, historical, and cultural boundaries on topics including language and theatricality, gender relations, and rel…

• edX
• 8 weeks, 3-4 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Career Certificate

Shakespeare's Life, Work, and Characters

Explore Shakespeare's life, works, and iconic characters through lectures, on-location filming, and expert discussions. Gain insights into his plays' historical context and modern interpretations.

• edX
• 16 weeks, 5-7 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• $596.00
• 4 courses

Dante tra poesia e scienza

15 ratings

Comprendere l’avvicendarsi del discorso poetico e scientifico nella Commedia Dantesca, per avvicinare l’uomo «a quell’amor che move il sole e l'altre stelle».

• edX
• 9 weeks, 8-10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Words Spun Out of Images: Visual and Literary Culture in Nineteenth Century Japan

770 ratings at Coursera

Explore the interplay between visual and literary arts in 19th-century Japan, examining samurai portraits, painted beauties, and the impact of photography on artistic representation and societal values.

• Coursera
• 1 day 2 hours 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings

54 ratings at Coursera

An introductory yet trenchant exploration of select Chinese classic texts that cover the domains of classical literature, history, philosophy, and fine arts.

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

A Mini Course on Better Reading

5206 ratings at Udemy

Use These 5 Specific Strategies to Instantly Become A Better Reader and Read More Books Than You Ever Have Before

• Udemy
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

The Medieval Icelandic Sagas

24 ratings at edX

Learn about the Icelandic Sagas, the characteristic literary genre of Medieval Iceland comprising roughly 40 texts.

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

Goldsmiths University of London;  University of London

Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare

261 ratings at Coursera

Explore critical thinking and literary analysis through the Shakespeare authorship debate. Develop skills in textual interpretation while examining evidence and arguments surrounding this intriguing question.

• Coursera
• 20 hours 43 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

English for Introducing Yourself

Explore foundational English skills with Arizona State University, covering the alphabet, self-introductions, classroom vocabulary, and greetings to confidently navigate everyday English interactions.

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

English Upper Intermediate B2.1

82 ratings at Coursera

Enhance English skills for global opportunities through engaging content on diverse topics, developing vocabulary, grammar, and communication in various contexts.

• Coursera
• 19 hours 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night: Comedy, Conflict, and Community

31 ratings at Coursera

Explore Shakespeare's Twelfth Night through expert insights, analyzing its comedy, conflicts, and themes. Gain a deeper understanding of the play's language, characters, and enduring relevance.

• Coursera
• 1 day 1 hour 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

William Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet: An Actor's Perspective

Explore Romeo & Juliet through actors' perspectives, gaining insights into characters, themes, and theatrical approaches while enhancing your understanding of Shakespeare's timeless tragedy.

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

Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana

Reading and Comprehension of Text in English

104 ratings at Coursera

Develop strategies for effective reading in English, focusing on legal texts. Learn to identify content types, predict meaning, recognize key words, and apply techniques like skimming for improved comprehension.

• Coursera
• 20 hours 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course