Social Studies

Social Studies is a broad interdisciplinary field that focuses on the study of relationships among individuals, societies, and the environments they inhabit. Coursera's Social Studies catalogue equips you with a deep understanding of various societal aspects ranging from history, geography, political science, and economics to culture and social behavior. You'll learn about societal structures, human behavioral patterns, historical events and their impact, cultural diversity, as well as political and economic systems. This skill broadens your perspective and enhances your ability to critically analyze and understand the complexities of the world around us, making you a more informed citizen, professional, and global participant.
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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Governance, Social Studies, World History, Anthropology, Diplomacy, Sociology, Political Sciences, Economics

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Social Studies, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Sociology, Media and Communications, Writing, Timelines

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, World History, Intercultural Competence, European History, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Research, Research Methodologies, Governance

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Teaching, Liberal Arts, Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Self-Awareness, Curriculum Planning, Research, Learning Styles, Social Studies, Discussion Facilitation

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Public History, Social Justice, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Sustainable Development, Anthropology, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Environment, Case Studies, Health Equity, Community Development, Climate Change Programs, Community Outreach, Culture, Diversity Awareness

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Policy Analysis, Media and Communications, Intercultural Competence, Diversity and Inclusion, Critical Thinking

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Culture, Social Studies, World History, Cultural Diversity, Art History, European History, Political Sciences

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    University of Arizona

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, European History, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Timelines

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    University of Virginia

    Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Media and Communications, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, International Relations, Public History, Economics

  • Status: Free

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Liberal Arts, International Relations, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Economics, Sociology

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    University of Geneva

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Art History, Social Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Case Studies, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, World History, Environment and Resource Management

  • Status: Free

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Social Studies, Community Development, Public History, Anthropology, Land Management

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