Online Course: World War I - Learn the Events of the First Great War
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Enroll today! This is a self-paced, online course. You have 6 months to finish. An instructor will monitor your progress and assess your body of work at course completion.
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Unlike anything that had gone before it, the first great conflagration of the twentieth century was to set a precedent for all wars to follow.  Involving nations from around the globe, the world had never seen a military conflict on this scale.  This brutal struggle is known by many names: "the Great War", "The War to End All Wars", "the First World War", and "World War I".  Beginning in 1914 and lasting until 1918, this event would change the face of the world forever.  Fought primarily in Europe, World War I claimed the lives of over nine million people and was one of the most deadly military conflicts in history.

Much more than just an isolated incident in the history of humankind, the developing political climate in Europe had been brewing for a very long period of time. Alliances were formed, wars were fought over disputed territories, and bitter rivalries were established. What resulted was an epic-scale struggle for the domination of a continent and, perhaps, the world itself. For the first time in the history of warfare, aerial combat was used extensively. The trench-style warfare, complete with artillery fire, barbed wire, and chemical weapons, was unlike any conflict ever seen before. The aftermath of this brutal war would resolve little and, ultimately, pave the way for establishment of Nazi Germany and the next World War.

In this course, the major issues and causes of the First World War will be discussed, along with a summary of the major battles, powers, and personalities (both military and political) that shaped the events and ultimate outcome of this epic struggle.  This information should give the student a working understanding of the basic history of the war and how it helped set the stage for the next tragic global conflict.
 
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Course Lessons

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Lesson 1: Terminology & Structure

In order to understand this course, you must first be familiar with the terminology associated with this conflict.

Lesson 2: The Path to World War

This lesson defines the national powers involved in World War I.

Lesson 3: Important Events before the Great War

This lesson discusses the contributing factors that lead up to World War I.

Lesson 4: 1914--The War Begins

This lesson discusses battle conditions as well as the new technologies implemented in the First World War.

Lesson 5: Major Battles of the Great War--The Western Front

This lesson will discuss the major battles on the Western Front.

Lesson 6: Major Battles of the Great War--Eastern and Italian Fronts

This lesson will describe the battles on the Eastern and Italian Fronts.

Lesson 7: Major Battles of the Great War--Beyond Europe

This lesson briefly presents the major battles taking place outside the Western and Eastern Fronts--namely the African, Gallipoli, Mesopotamian, and Palestinian Fronts, as well as the battles on the high seas.

Lesson 8: The Conclusion and Aftermath of the War

This lesson will briefly summarize the outcomes of the war.

Lesson 9: Notable Figures of World War I (Central Powers)

This lesson presents the prominent Central Powers personalities during World War I.

Lesson 10: Notable Figures of World War I (Entente Powers)

This lesson presents the notable figures that fought for the Triple Entente of England, France, and Russia.

Lesson 11: Notable Figures of World War I (Associated Powers)

This lesson presents the notable figures for the Associated Powers.

Final Review

This lesson will list the battles of WW1 and present the Final Exam to complete this course on WW1.

Optional Certificates Awarded

  1. Certificate of Merit
  2. Certificate of Academic Excellence
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Course Title : World War I
CEU Value :

1.0 (Continuing Education Units)

Course Number : 7550012
Course Type : High School Level
Course URL :

http://wwi.onlineclasses.com

Course Rating : Excellent Course! 4 Star Rating
Instructor :

Eric Mackerson

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Duration : Continuous: Enroll anytime!
Course Fee :

Basic Course: $30

   

with CEUs & Certificate: $55

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This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment. This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, or educational requirements.

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Student Testimonials

  • "The written assignments were the most productive." -- nick V.
  • "[The instructor] had done an excellent job in compiling the information into well-organized lessons that were concise and easy to read. I especially enjoyed completing the assignments, as the topics certainly added to the lessons. This is an enlightening course that I would highly recommend to any one who interested in the battles and results of the First World War. Four stars for the instructor!!" -- Sara H.

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