Political Science Courses and Certifications

The Machineries of Doubt & Disinformation

Explore the machinery of doubt and disinformation in science and politics, from tobacco to climate change. Learn about tactics used to spread misinformation and challenges in maintaining informed skepticism in the digital age.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

NPTEL;  IIT Guwahati

Introduction to Political Theory

1 review

Explore key political concepts like liberty, equality, justice, power, and democracy. Analyze various theories and ideologies, examining their implications for citizenship, governance, and contemporary issues.

• YouTube
• 1 day 2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

NPTEL;  IIT Guwahati

Introduction to Modern Indian Political Thought

1 review

The major objective of this course is to introduce the students to some of the key modern Indian thinkers and their ideas which helped in shaping the society and politics of modern India.

• YouTube
• 1 day 4 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

Are We Heading Toward World War III?

Explore historical patterns and geopolitical shifts that may signal dangerous parallels to conditions preceding past world wars and learn to recognize warning signs.

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

William Spaniel

The Causes of the Russo-Ukrainian War

Comprehensive analysis of the Russo-Ukrainian War's origins, examining substantive reasons, bargaining problems, and implications for conflict resolution. Explores multiple perspectives on causes and potential outcomes.

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

The Royal Institution

Have the Boomers Pinched Their Children's Futures? - With Lord David Willetts

Lord David Willetts explores how post-war baby boomers became the wealthiest generation in British history, potentially at the expense of younger generations, discussing housing, pensions, and intergenerational equity.

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

Découvrir la science politique

6 reviews

Décrypter des enjeux politiques actuels à partir d’une boîte à outils: des notions importantes, une démarche analytique et une perspective critique.

• edX
• 10 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Stanford Seminar - How Can We Understand and Evaluate Election Forecasts, Given That N=15 or Less

Explore election forecasting challenges, including poll analysis, nonresponse bias, and political polarization. Learn to interpret forecasts and understand limitations in predicting outcomes with limited data.

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

Stanford Seminar - Partisan Gerrymandering and the Supreme Court: The Role of Social Science

Explore partisan gerrymandering, legal challenges, and social science's role in measuring electoral fairness. Gain insights on redistricting metrics and their potential impact on future elections and political reform.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Religion, Conflict and Peace

10 reviews

Explore the diverse and complex roles that religions play in both promoting and mitigating violence.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 4-8 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Politics of Gender and Culture in American History - Lecture 21

Explores black political advancement and challenges faced by black women in the 1960s-70s, including gender discrimination, welfare rights, and the emergence of black feminist organizations.

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

The Kennedy Half Century

10 reviews

Explore JFK's presidency, assassination, and enduring legacy. Understand his influence on subsequent presidents and modern politics. Analyze the lasting impact of his words and actions.

• Coursera
• 9-10 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

NPTEL;  IIT Guwahati

Introduction to Western Political Thought

2 reviews

Explore key Western political thinkers from Plato to Mill, examining their ideas on justice, state, human nature, and governance. Gain insights into the evolution of political philosophy and its enduring impact.

• YouTube
• 1 day 8 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Democracia y decisiones públicas. Introducción al análisis de políticas públicas

1429 ratings at Coursera

¿Qué son las políticas públicas? Son la plasmación más concreta de la política. Lo que los gobiernos hacen, y dejan de hacer, para hacer frente a los problemas colectivos. Este curso trata sobre cómo se decide qué problemas abordar y qué soluciones adopt…

• Coursera
• 22 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

The Aspen Institute

How Did We Get Here? The Roots and Future of Populism

Explore the origins and future of populism with Fareed Zakaria, examining global trends, economic factors, and cultural anxieties shaping political landscapes worldwide.

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