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    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Modern Hebrew Poetry שירה עברית מודרנית

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Literacy, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, World History, Liberal Arts, Writing, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    134 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Crisis Intervention, Sustainable Development, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Social Justice, Governance, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, Human Development, World History, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Beginners Ⅰ

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, Oral Expression, Vocabulary, Grammar

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    592 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    The American Renaissance and Harriet Beecher Stowe

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

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Art of the MOOC: Art, Culture, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, World Music, Disabilities, Art History, Music History, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Community Organizing, Liberal Arts, Interactive Learning, Peer Review, Musical Composition, Cultural Diversity, Aesthetics, Music, Music Theory, Sociology, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    331 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Exploring Piano Literature: The Piano Sonata

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Classical Music, Music History, Musical Composition, Music, Instrumental Music, Music Performance

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    41 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Advancing Women in Tech

    Real-World Engineering Management

    Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Engineering Management, Goal Setting, Systems Design, Technical Management, Smart Goals, API Design, Technical Product Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Recruitment, Team Performance Management, Program Management, Technical Communication, Management Training And Development, Software Engineering, Microservices, Employee Coaching, Talent Management, Leadership and Management, Talent Acquisition

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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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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    Sungkyunkwan University

    A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Advanced Ⅰ

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Culture, Language Competency, Cultural Diversity, Discussion Facilitation, Writing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    130 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Advancing Women in Tech

    Real-World Cloud Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Amazon S3, Cloud Storage, Technical Product Management, Cloud Services, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon DynamoDB, Cloud Computing Architecture, AWS CloudFormation, Network Architecture, Amazon Redshift, Data Security, Databases, Innovation, Technical Support, Product Management

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 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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    Wesleyan University

    Creative Writing: The Craft of Plot

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Storyboarding, Content Creation, Creativity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular world literature courses

  • Modern Hebrew Poetry שירה עברית מודרנית : Hebrew University of Jerusalem
  • Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World: University of London
  • A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Beginners Ⅰ: Sungkyunkwan University
  • The American Renaissance and Harriet Beecher Stowe: Dartmouth College
  • Art of the MOOC: Art, Culture, and Society: Duke University
  • Exploring Piano Literature: The Piano Sonata: University of Michigan
  • Real-World Engineering Management: Advancing Women in Tech
  • Contemporary Issues in World Politics: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Advanced Ⅰ: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Real-World Cloud Product Management: Advancing Women in Tech

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