Public History

Public History is the practice of applying historical research and interpretation outside of academic settings, including museum curation, archival work, and historic preservation. This skill involves engaging with diverse audiences, managing historical artifacts, and presenting historical narratives through exhibits, documentaries, and digital media. Public historians work in institutions such as museums, historical societies, and government agencies to make history accessible and relevant to the public. Mastery of public history enhances storytelling, educational outreach, and cultural preservation.
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  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Storytelling, Program Evaluation, Media and Communications, Research, Community Outreach, Timelines, Case Studies, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies, Creativity, Interviewing Skills

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Labor Relations, Labor Law, Culture, Social Studies, World History, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Economics, Social Justice, Global Marketing, International Relations, Business Economics, Public History, Demography, Market Opportunities, Political Sciences, Trend Analysis, Governance

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    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Performing Arts, Photography, Liberal Arts, Aesthetics, Creativity, Electronic Media, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Public History, Social Justice, Design, Content Creation, Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Multimedia, Sustainable Development, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Sustainability Standards

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    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Needs Assessment, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Innovation, Compassion, Education and Training, Professionalism, Entrepreneurship, Adult Education, Formal Learning, Community and Social Work, Community Outreach, Personal Integrity, Leadership Development, Social Work, Social Justice, Teaching, Community Development, Public History

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Art History, Aesthetics, Public History, Liberal Arts, Journalism, Storytelling

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    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Writing, Liberal Arts, Editing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Studies, Research, Social Justice, World History, Cultural Diversity, Culture, European History, Political Sciences, Advocacy, Public History

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  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Photography, Photo Editing, Media and Communications, World History, European History, Case Studies, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Writing, Storytelling, Writing and Editing, World History, European History, Oral Expression, Creativity

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Culture, International Relations, World History, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Social Studies, Intercultural Competence, Music History, Public History, European History, Media and Communications, Multimedia, Research, Economics, Business Management

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Public History, Community Development, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Creativity, Art History, Design, Cultural Diversity, Photography

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    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Journalism, Public Safety and National Security, Diversity Awareness, Public History, Public Policies

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    The University of Chicago

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Teaching, Public History, Higher Education, Social Studies, Common Core Standards, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Research, Governance, Socioeconomics

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