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Diploma in World History

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Diploma in World History

A free online course that teaches you the key events and forces that have shaped the civilizations of this world.
This online course offers a comparative overview of world history spanning continents and centuries. It examines the origins of major political, economic, social, and technological trends of the past 500 year... This online course offers a comparative overview of world history spanning continents and centuries. It examines the origins of major political, economic, social, and technological trends of the past 500 years while explaining their impact on world societies as well as cultures. The course material is structured chronologically, and each module focuses on a significant aspect of history for an in-depth understanding of the bygone times.
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What You Will Learn In This Free Course

  • Assess how global trade networks sh...
  • Identify the origins of the Reforma...
  • Indicate the social and political c...
  • Evaluate how the Enlightenment idea...
  • Assess how global trade networks shaped economic development during the 17th and 18th centuries
  • Identify the origins of the Reformation and Counter-Reformation in Europe
  • Indicate the social and political consequences of Reformation and Counter-Reformation movements for the people of Europe
  • Evaluate how the Enlightenment ideas led to political and social revolutions in Europe and the Americas
  • Identify the origins and impact of the Scientific as well as Industrial Revolutions
  • Compare how European imperialism affected Asia, Africa, and the Americas in the 19th century
  • Outline the origins of World War I
  • Discuss how the war's outcome altered economic and political balances of power worldwide
  • Summarize the origins of totalitarian political movements and assess how these movements led to World War II
  • Describe how World War II reshaped power balances, leading to the emergence of global superpowers
  • Assess how decolonization movements in the 1950s and 1960s altered international relationships
  • Recall the contemporary issues, developments, and politics of the global world
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Exploring Global Interconnections: A Historical Perspective

This module will introduce you to historical study by helping you understand causality from global perspectives. It will also guide you in analyzing historical facts logically and ... Read More This module will introduce you to historical study by helping you understand causality from global perspectives. It will also guide you in analyzing historical facts logically and without bias. Through the interconnected stories of trade, war, and religion, you will explore specific Asian empires and their interactions with various European states. Read Less
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Empires and Trade: The Interconnected Histories of Africa and the Islamic World

This module will delve deeply into the history of Africa. You will explore two significant African societies before understanding the dynamics of the slave trade. The interconnecte... Read More This module will delve deeply into the history of Africa. You will explore two significant African societies before understanding the dynamics of the slave trade. The interconnected Islamic world forged large empires in Africa and Europe. You will learn how the Ottoman and Safavid empires rose to power and impacted world trade. Read Less
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Foundations of the Atlantic World

This module will focus on the periods of profound religious, intellectual, and political turmoil. You will learn how the Catholic Church's power was threatened in Europe, ultimatel... Read More This module will focus on the periods of profound religious, intellectual, and political turmoil. You will learn how the Catholic Church's power was threatened in Europe, ultimately leading to enlightenment. You will also delve into the establishment of the global trade networks and evaluate their impact on Africa, Europe, and the Americas. Read Less
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Interim Assessment 1

This assessment will let you evaluate your understanding of the first three modules of the course titled–Diploma in World History. It will cover all the lessons included in the thr... Read More This assessment will let you evaluate your understanding of the first three modules of the course titled–Diploma in World History. It will cover all the lessons included in the three modules. Read Less
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Colonization and Economic Expansion

During the 17th century, nations worldwide experienced profound military and political transformations. This module examines the development of absolutism in Europe and Asia and co... Read More During the 17th century, nations worldwide experienced profound military and political transformations. This module examines the development of absolutism in Europe and Asia and compares it with other forms of government. It also explores the conflicts over colonial possessions and resources worldwide. You will learn how the global economy shaped. Read Less
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Revolutions in Europe and the Americas

The Enlightenment was a period of philosophical, political, and scientific learning that began after the Renaissance and the Reformation. This module will explore the discussions p... Read More The Enlightenment was a period of philosophical, political, and scientific learning that began after the Renaissance and the Reformation. This module will explore the discussions provoked by the Enlightenment and explain their connection to the scientific revolution and political events. You will learn about the consequences of their beliefs. Read Less
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Transformations of Society: Expansion and Labor in the Industrial Age

This module examines the impact of colonization on European and colonial populations. It covers rebellions and anti-colonial movements during the 19th century. The module also delv... Read More This module examines the impact of colonization on European and colonial populations. It covers rebellions and anti-colonial movements during the 19th century. The module also delves into the consequences of the Second Industrial Revolution, focusing on its transformation, benefits, and challenges. Read Less
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World War I: Alliances, Treaties, and Impact

This module examines the origins of World War I and why it spread so rapidly worldwide. It also discusses the role of the colonies in the conflict. You will understand how European... Read More This module examines the origins of World War I and why it spread so rapidly worldwide. It also discusses the role of the colonies in the conflict. You will understand how European states tried to maintain their colonial possessions with post-war peace agreements and how the colonized peoples began challenging European rule. Read Less
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The Interwar Period

World War I devastated Europe economically, politically, and socially. Great Britain and France imposed severe penalties and restrictions on the German state, while communist revol... Read More World War I devastated Europe economically, politically, and socially. Great Britain and France imposed severe penalties and restrictions on the German state, while communist revolutionaries seized control of the Russian government. In this module, you will explore the rise of communist, fascist, and totalitarian governments in Europe and Asia. Read Less
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Interim Assessment 2

This assessment will let you evaluate your understanding of modules five to eight of the course titled–Diploma in World History. It will cover all the lessons included in the five ... Read More This assessment will let you evaluate your understanding of modules five to eight of the course titled–Diploma in World History. It will cover all the lessons included in the five modules. Read Less
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The Causes and Consequences of World War II

This module examines the global impact of a war with battles in Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Pacific. It delves into a post-war world's political, economic, and social structure. ... Read More This module examines the global impact of a war with battles in Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Pacific. It delves into a post-war world's political, economic, and social structure. You will learn how diplomacy and new military technologies shaped the strategies that led to peace as well as the death of millions of innocent civilians. Read Less
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Cold War Conflicts

This module examines how the United States and the Soviet Union sought political and military advantages over each other. It highlights the waning power of European colonial powers... Read More This module examines how the United States and the Soviet Union sought political and military advantages over each other. It highlights the waning power of European colonial powers and decolonization across Africa and Asia. You will become familiar with the economic, technological, and military alliances that formed in the post-war world. Read Less
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The Contemporary World and Ongoing Challenges

This module examines the political, economic, and social realignments following the Cold War and explores the consequences of globalization in the developed and developing worlds. ... Read More This module examines the political, economic, and social realignments following the Cold War and explores the consequences of globalization in the developed and developing worlds. Reviewing current trends and issues broadly helps you understand how the world community can meet specific challenges. Read Less
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