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      Wesleyan University

      The Modern and the Postmodern (Part 1)

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Business Analysis, Critical Thinking, Communication, Research and Design, Strategy and Operations, History, Philosophy, Art

      4.8

      (904 reviews)

      Mixed · Course · 1-3 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Plagues, Witches, and War: The Worlds of Historical Fiction

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Strategy and Operations, History, Critical Thinking, Communication, Writing, Research and Design, Leadership and Management, Storytelling

      4.6

      (511 reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization

      Skills you'll gain: History, Business Psychology, Culture, Leadership and Management

      4.6

      (2.4k reviews)

      Intermediate · Course · 1-3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Modern & Contemporary American Poetry (“ModPo”)

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Creativity, Communication, Strategy and Operations, Writing, Research and Design

      4.9

      (447 reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 3-6 Months

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      University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

      Modern American Poetry

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Business Psychology, Writing, Culture, Leadership and Management, Human Learning, Communication, History

      4.5

      (87 reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Old Norse Mythology in the Sources

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Business Psychology, Human Computer Interaction, Culture, Leadership and Management, Interactive Design

      4.7

      (96 reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Writing in the Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Communication

      4.9

      (6.6k reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-3 Months

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings

      Skills you'll gain: Language, Entrepreneurship, Business Psychology, Human Learning, History, Communication, Writing

      4.7

      (49 reviews)

      Mixed · Course · 1-3 Months

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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Uncommon Sense Teaching

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Entrepreneurship, Human Learning, Leadership and Management, Machine Learning, Teaching, Business Psychology, People Development, Human Resources

      4.9

      (358 reviews)

      Beginner · Course · 1-4 Weeks

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      École Polytechnique

      Étudier en France: French Intermediate course B1-B2

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Language, Grammar, Communication

      4.8

      (4.2k reviews)

      Intermediate · Course · 1-3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Littérature mondiale

      Intermediate · Course · 1-3 Months

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      University of Houston

      The Bilingual Brain

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Entrepreneurship, Human Learning, Business Psychology, Machine Learning, Deep Learning

      4.6

      (524 reviews)

      Mixed · Course · 1-3 Months

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

    • The Modern and the Postmodern (Part 1): Wesleyan University
    • Plagues, Witches, and War: The Worlds of Historical Fiction: University of Virginia
    • Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization: University of Pennsylvania
    • Modern & Contemporary American Poetry (“ModPo”): University of Pennsylvania
    • Modern American Poetry: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    • Old Norse Mythology in the Sources: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Writing in the Sciences: Stanford University
    • Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Uncommon Sense Teaching: Deep Teaching Solutions
    • Étudier en France: French Intermediate course B1-B2: École Polytechnique

    Frequently Asked Questions about Literature

    • Literature is a word-based art form, usually a work of fiction. Works of literature include poems, plays, short stories, novels, and stories that are written down. Some are transcribed from oral tradition while many are original works of writing. Scholars and historians often categorize these works by language, genre, historical period, theme, and region.‎

    • There are several advantages to studying literature, notably the way it builds critical thinking skills and increases cultural awareness. Literature is a window into the human experience, allowing readers to visit places and understand events that may be inaccessible through other means. Reading stories and poems also is entertaining and provides a stress-reducing escape from the world around you.‎

    • Studying literature changes the way you view the world and yourself. When you read a novel set in another country or depicting customs from other cultures, you may discover similarities between these faraway places and your own neighborhood that help you make sense of cultural differences. A story may spark an interest in a specific topic that can lead to a new hobby or career. Analyzing the way writer’s use words builds your vocabulary and boosts your ability to look for patterns and trends—even outside the context of a story.‎

    • The communication and critical thinking skills you develop from studying literature can lead to a variety of career opportunities like a promotion or a job in a different field. Connecting with characters in a story develops empathy, an important skill for anyone who works in a management or supervisory role. Analyzing the use of language in a story can improve your own language and communication skills, which make you a better team member.‎

    • Online courses create an opportunity for you to study literature more deeply than you would by reading on your own. Knowing you have deadlines to meet motivates you to make reading a priority and increases the chance that you'll finish the story. You can choose a specific genre or theme to explore in-depth. The coursework of an online class may guide you to see different perspectives and ask questions that you may not otherwise consider.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.
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