Online Class: History of Terrorism 101

no certificate
with CEU Certificate*
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20Lessons
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42Exams &
Assignments -
19Hours
average time -
1.9CEUs
Course Description
Terrorism, is it the scourge of our time? Are you fearful of being involved in a terrorist attack? Quite frankly it almost depends on where in the world you live. It is often because a safe place today is a terror target tomorrow. With the desire on the part of the terrorists to obtain weapons of mass destruction, i.e. chemical, biological, or even a dirty bomb or nuclear bomb, the potential for a massive destructive attack increases exponentially.
This course looks at the recent history of terrorism from the early twentieth century to today. You will learn:
- The extent to which terrorism has become a part of life in the twenty-first century.
- Why there is not a generally accepted definition of terrorism.
- Acts of terrorism in the old world, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and the new world.
- Who in the world is acting to fight terrorism, or acting to support terrorism.
- What the world is doing to combat terrorism.
- The known terrorist groups and what are their goals.
- The momentous influence that religion plays in terrorism
- The continuous problems with political and military tactics in defeating terrorism.
If you're pursuing any career involving the field of political science or criminology, or if you are interested in understanding the reasons for terrorist acts, or want to know what the prospects are for the future of terrorism, this course will provide lots of disquieting but interesting information.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1: Terrorism: What is It?
Lesson 1 Video
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: Introductions
Complete Assignment: The Definition of Terrorism
Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam
Lesson 2: Terrorism Defined Continued
Lesson 2 Video
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in Our History
Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam
Lesson 3: Terrorism in the Old World Part One
Lesson 3 Video
Lesson discussions: Terrorism in the World
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in England
Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam
Lesson 4:Terrorism in the Old World Part Two
Lesson 4 Video
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in the Old World - Part 2
Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam
Lesson 5: Terrorism in the Old World Part Three
Lesson 5 Video
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in the Old World - Part Three
Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam
Lesson 6: Terrorism in the Old World Part Four
Lesson 6 Video
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in the Old World - Part 4
Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam
Lesson 7: Terrorism in the Middle East Part One
Lesson 7 Video
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in the Middle East - Part 1
Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam
Lesson 8: Terrorism in the Middle East Part Two
Lesson 8 Video
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in the Middle East - Part 2
Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam
Lesson 9: Terrorism in Africa
Lesson 9 Video
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in Africa
Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam
Lesson 10: Terrorism in Africa - Part Two
Lesson 10 Video
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in Africa - Part 2
Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam
Lesson 11: Terrorism in East Asia
Lesson 11 Video
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in East Asia
Assessment: Lesson 11 Exam
Lesson 12: Terrorism in East Asia Part Two
Lesson 12 Video
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in East Asia Part Two
Assessment: Lesson 12 Exam
Lesson 13: Terrorism in Asia Part Three
Lesson 13 Video
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in Asia Part Three
Assessment: Lesson 13 Exam
Lesson 14: Terrorism in Asia Part Four
Lesson 14 Video
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in Asia Part Four
Assessment: Lesson 14 Exam
Lesson 15: Terrorism in the New World Part One
Lesson 15 Video
Lesson discussions: Terrorist Threats in the US
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in the New World - Part One
Assessment: Lesson 15 Exam
Lesson 16: Terrorism in the New World Part Two
Lesson 16 Video
Complete Assignment: Terrorism in the New World - Part Two
Assessment: Lesson 16 Exam
Lesson 17: The Politics of Terrorism
Lesson 17 Video
Complete Assignment: The U.S. Response to Terrorism
Assessment: Lesson 17 Exam
Lesson 18: Who Are The Terrorists?
Lesson 18 Video
Complete Assignment: Understanding Terrorist Groups
Assessment: Lesson 18 Exam
Lesson 19: Terrorism and Religion
Lesson 19 Video
Lesson discussions: Your understanding of terrorism
Complete Assignment: Suicide Bombings
Complete Assignment: IRA Bombings in London and Belfast
Assessment: Lesson 19 Exam
Lesson 20: Combating Terrorism
Lesson 20 Video
Lesson discussions: The Future of Terrorism; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
Complete Assignment: Putting an End to Terrorism
Assessment: Lesson 20 Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Define terrorism.
- Summarize terrorism in the Old World.
- Summarize terrorism in the Middle East.
- Summarize terrorism in Africa.
- Summarize terrorism in East Asia.
- Summarize terrorism in the New World.
- Describe the politics of terrorism.
- Summarize terrorism and religion.
- Summarize techniques for combating terrorism.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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