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World History
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314 min3-part World History course9 CQ
In this course, examine the allegiances between nations that created an alliance network across Europe, along with the militarism, nationalism, and imperialism that led to the outbreak of World War I.
with Made From HistoryIn this course, examine the allegiances between nations that created an alliance network across Europe, along with the militarism, nationalism, and imperialism that led to the outbreak of World War I.
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774 min7-part World History course40 CQ
Rabbi Troster of GreenFaith covers the history of how the compilation of significant disparate cultural views and purposes into the Torah and Tanakh changed life in ancient Israel.
Rabbi Troster of GreenFaith covers the history of how the compilation of significant disparate cultural views and purposes into the Torah and Tanakh changed life in ancient Israel.
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735 min7-part World History course21 CQ
Are you wondering how Germany transitioned from a confederation of states into a unified empire? Review German history in this course, discussing the German struggle for democracy in the 19th century.
with Hendrik GodbersenAre you wondering how Germany transitioned from a confederation of states into a unified empire? Review German history in this course, discussing the German struggle for democracy in the 19th century.
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735 min7-part World History course21 CQ
Martin Luther’s Reformation created a wave of historical change in Europe, including a series of important events (after the year 1500) that originated in the Holy Roman Empire of the German Nation.
with Hendrik GodbersenMartin Luther’s Reformation created a wave of historical change in Europe, including a series of important events (after the year 1500) that originated in the Holy Roman Empire of the German Nation.
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1057 min10-part World History course34 CQ
Discover the history of East Asia from the Opium Wars, to the British handover of Hong Kong to China, to the Cultural Revolution, in this world history course on the late modern historical period!
with Hendrik GodbersenDiscover the history of East Asia from the Opium Wars, to the British handover of Hong Kong to China, to the Cultural Revolution, in this world history course on the late modern historical period!
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1372 min13-part World History course41 CQ
In European history, the crucial time period around the French Revolution is central to understanding historical events on the continent. Learn more about this era in this history course!
with Hendrik GodbersenIn European history, the crucial time period around the French Revolution is central to understanding historical events on the continent. Learn more about this era in this history course!
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1156 min11-part World History course33 CQ
In this history course, explore the timeline of major events in Germany between 1945 and 1990, from the Berlin Airlift and the foundation of the Federal Republic to the Reunification.
with Hendrik GodbersenIn this history course, explore the timeline of major events in Germany between 1945 and 1990, from the Berlin Airlift and the foundation of the Federal Republic to the Reunification.
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949 min9-part World History course29 CQ
Germany experienced turbulent times between World War I and World War II, and this period marked the rise of Nazism. Join this course to learn about the history of this country between 1918 and 1939.
with Hendrik GodbersenGermany experienced turbulent times between World War I and World War II, and this period marked the rise of Nazism. Join this course to learn about the history of this country between 1918 and 1939.
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1195 min11-part Political Science course53 CQ
For several thousand years, humans have been guided by different political and social structures. In this course, learn about tribes, empires, and nations and how they continue to exist even now.
with Arthur JacksonFor several thousand years, humans have been guided by different political and social structures. In this course, learn about tribes, empires, and nations and how they continue to exist even now.
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6 minFREEWorld History Worldly CurioFree4 CQ
Across America, millions of high school kids take Advanced Placement classes every year to prep for an exam that could get them college credit. In May, the n...
with PRI's The WorldAcross America, millions of high school kids take Advanced Placement classes every year to prep for an exam that could get them college credit. In May, the n...
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7 minFREEPolitical Science Worldly CurioFree4 CQ
Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright says we might not recognize the resurgence of fascism worldwide until it's too late.
with PRI's The WorldFormer Secretary of State Madeleine Albright says we might not recognize the resurgence of fascism worldwide until it's too late.
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4 minFREEWorld History Worldly CurioFree3 CQ
Open spaces in greater London’s historic core have been protected since Victorian times.
with PRI's The WorldOpen spaces in greater London’s historic core have been protected since Victorian times.
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4 minFREEPolitical Science lessonFree3 CQ
In the ongoing debate over refugees, we hear from everyone -- from politicians who pledge border controls to citizens who fear they'll lose their jobs -- eve...
with Yasin KakandeIn the ongoing debate over refugees, we hear from everyone -- from politicians who pledge border controls to citizens who fear they'll lose their jobs -- eve...
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12 minFREEWorld History lessonFree7 CQ
In this talk-performance hybrid, drummer, percussionist and TED Fellow Kasiva Mutua shares how she's breaking the taboo against female drummers in Kenya -- a...
with Kasiva MutuaIn this talk-performance hybrid, drummer, percussionist and TED Fellow Kasiva Mutua shares how she's breaking the taboo against female drummers in Kenya -- a...
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6 minFREEWorld History Worldly CurioFree4 CQ
The city of Derry/Londonderry in Northern Ireland is still healing from years of sectarian conflict. Two priests, one Catholic and the other Protestant, have...
with PRI's The WorldThe city of Derry/Londonderry in Northern Ireland is still healing from years of sectarian conflict. Two priests, one Catholic and the other Protestant, have...
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8 minFREEWorld History Worldly CurioFree5 CQ
Londonderry, or Derry, Northern Ireland's second-biggest city, borders the Republic of Ireland. People in Derry worry Brexit will bring changes at the border...
with PRI's The WorldLondonderry, or Derry, Northern Ireland's second-biggest city, borders the Republic of Ireland. People in Derry worry Brexit will bring changes at the border...
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8 minFREEWorld History Worldly CurioFree5 CQ
Lyudmila Pavlichenko, history’s deadliest female sniper, is considered to be a Soviet propaganda myth by some, including some people in Russia. The divorced ...
with PRI's The WorldLyudmila Pavlichenko, history’s deadliest female sniper, is considered to be a Soviet propaganda myth by some, including some people in Russia. The divorced ...
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7 minFREEWorld History Worldly CurioFree4 CQ
Three years ago, historian Kim Wagner was given a skull that had been found in a pub in London. It allegedly belonged to an Indian rebel who’d been executed ...
with PRI's The WorldThree years ago, historian Kim Wagner was given a skull that had been found in a pub in London. It allegedly belonged to an Indian rebel who’d been executed ...
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12132 min12-part Grammar course73 CQ
Clear writing matters because ideas matter! In this comprehensive writing course, learn about brevity, style, grammar, tone, and structure, and use a rubric to evaluate your own writing.
with Stuart Mill EnglishClear writing matters because ideas matter! In this comprehensive writing course, learn about brevity, style, grammar, tone, and structure, and use a rubric to evaluate your own writing.
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13160 min13-part Literature course86 CQ
In this course, tour the artistic and literary merits of video games with The Game Professor, including discussions of popular gaming topics and in-depth analyses of four games.
with The Game ProfessorIn this course, tour the artistic and literary merits of video games with The Game Professor, including discussions of popular gaming topics and in-depth analyses of four games.
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433 min4-part US History course19 CQ
In this course, Mr. Striplin presents fun history lessons on the first presidents of the United States—Washington, Adams, Jefferson, and Madison— and shows how they shaped America as a nation.
In this course, Mr. Striplin presents fun history lessons on the first presidents of the United States—Washington, Adams, Jefferson, and Madison— and shows how they shaped America as a nation.
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1049 min10-part French course31 CQ
Want to learn the basics of French, but not sure where to begin? Get your feet wet in this fun 10 Days of French course designed for beginners. Get your French conversation skills quickly up to speed!
with Parler FrançaisWant to learn the basics of French, but not sure where to begin? Get your feet wet in this fun 10 Days of French course designed for beginners. Get your French conversation skills quickly up to speed!
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354 min3-part Philosophy course29 CQ
Do humans have purpose before they exist? In this philosophy course, learn why Jean-Paul Sartre rejects essence before existence with a detailed look at his essay, "Existentialism Is a Humanism."
with Gregory SadlerDo humans have purpose before they exist? In this philosophy course, learn why Jean-Paul Sartre rejects essence before existence with a detailed look at his essay, "Existentialism Is a Humanism."
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30220 min30-part College Prep course127 CQ
Have you ever wondered why research results are so generally well-accepted? The reason is that these studies are valid and reliable due to use of research methodologies, discussed in this course.
with MeanThatHave you ever wondered why research results are so generally well-accepted? The reason is that these studies are valid and reliable due to use of research methodologies, discussed in this course.
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4 minFREESociology Worldly CurioFree3 CQ
Afro Latinos in Florida say the existence of the play is a small window into the racism that persists in Latin American communities stateside and abroad.
with PRI's The WorldAfro Latinos in Florida say the existence of the play is a small window into the racism that persists in Latin American communities stateside and abroad.
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6 minFREESociology lessonFree4 CQ
Plus, evidence for 19th-century abortion views and California weather that will make your head spin.
with Science FridayPlus, evidence for 19th-century abortion views and California weather that will make your head spin.
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16 minFREESociology lessonFree9 CQ
Paleoecologists use fossils to figure out the environment of early hominins and how those conditions played a role in the evolution of our early ancestors.
with Science FridayPaleoecologists use fossils to figure out the environment of early hominins and how those conditions played a role in the evolution of our early ancestors.
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4 minFREEPolitical Science lessonFree3 CQ
Should politicians that act in ways contrary to their stated positions be forcibly outed? Full episode script Several years ago when I first asked this quest...
Should politicians that act in ways contrary to their stated positions be forcibly outed? Full episode script Several years ago when I first asked this quest...