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    National Taiwan University

    活用希臘哲學 (Understanding the Greek Philosophy)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, European History, Liberal Arts, Research, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Scientific Methods

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    247 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Your World and What Shapes It

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Leadership Studies, Self-Awareness, Organizational Leadership, Social Justice, Adaptability

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Environment, Culture, Biology, Creativity, Systems Thinking, Physical Science, Timelines, Physics, Scientific Methods

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    438 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Historia del Arte: Del Arte Prehistórico al Renacimiento

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, Aesthetics, Culture, World History, Anthropology, European History, Timelines, Design Elements And Principles

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    566 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Arts and Culture Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Art History, Organizational Effectiveness, Customer Analysis, Market Opportunities, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Liberal Arts, Fundraising, Target Audience, Value Propositions

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    231 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    The Bible's Prehistory, Purpose, and Political Future

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Political Sciences, World History, Policy Analysis, Cultural Diversity, Education and Training, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    290 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Introduzione alla Storia dell'Architettura Contemporanea

    Skills you'll gain: Architectural Design, Art History, Architecture and Construction, Aesthetics, European History, Design Elements And Principles, Design

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    185 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Compreender as dimensões interculturais na vida cotidiana

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Language Learning, Language Competency, Multilingualism, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Social Justice, Non-Verbal Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    中日文化交流史

    Skills you'll gain:

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    41 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    The American Renaissance and Nathaniel Hawthorne

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, World History, Public History, Liberal Arts

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Contemporary Issues in World Politics

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Social Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Environmental Issue, Conflict Management, Climate Change Programs, Governance, Economics, Trend Analysis, Security Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Indigenous Religions & Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Environmental Issue, Social Studies, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Environment and Resource Management, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Cultural Sensitivity, Environmental Laws, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, World History, Land Management, Environmental Policy, Climate Change Adaptation, Advocacy, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular western civilization courses

  • 活用希臘哲學 (Understanding the Greek Philosophy): National Taiwan University
  • Your World and What Shapes It: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life: Yale University
  • Historia del Arte: Del Arte Prehistórico al Renacimiento: Universidad de Palermo
  • Arts and Culture Strategy: University of Pennsylvania
  • The Bible's Prehistory, Purpose, and Political Future: Emory University
  • Introduzione alla Storia dell'Architettura Contemporanea: Politecnico di Milano
  • Compreender as dimensões interculturais na vida cotidiana: Universidad de los Andes
  • 中日文化交流史: Peking University
  • The American Renaissance and Nathaniel Hawthorne: Dartmouth College

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