Courses
77 courses available
U.S. Government
Sophia Learning’s U.S. Government course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the structure and workings of the federal government. The course is designed to help students develop the skills needed to examine and critically evaluate the impact of government on society. The course examines the framework of the federal government, including the development and evolution of the U.S. Constitution, federalism, and the structure and powers of the institutions of the federal government. The course also explores the U.S. political system, with a focus on voting and elections, political parties, interest groups, and media.
U.S. History I
Sophia Learning's US History I course builds your knowledge of key events and figures in the history of the United States from American prehistory through the era of Reconstruction. This course emphasizes critical thinking skills and consideration of multiple perspectives through the analysis of primary sources. You will learn how to think like a historian and apply a historian's lens to real-world situations.
U.S. History II
Sophia Learning's U.S. History II course will build student knowledge of key events and figures in the history of the United States from the post-Reconstruction era through 2015. This course emphasizes critical thinking skills and consideration of multiple perspectives through the analysis of primary sources. Additionally, students will learn how to think like a historian by utilizing primary and secondary sources to better understand historical events and applying a historian’s lens to real-world and modern-day situations.
Visual Communications
Sophia Learning’s Visual Communications course immerses you in the world of visual storytelling, revealing how design shapes communication, user experiences, and brand identities. You will explore the core principles of UX/UI design, including user-centered design, touchpoints, and usability, while gaining practical insights into digital imaging techniques and the importance of accessibility in modern media. The course emphasizes the art of critique, guiding you through the process of analyzing visual elements, identifying strengths and weaknesses, and refining designs to align with project goals. You will uncover how visuals influence audience behavior, perception, and loyalty across platforms, developing the skills to create inclusive, compelling content that thrives in today’s dynamic digital landscape.
Workplace Communication
Sophia Learning's Workplace Communication course is designed to prepare you for successful workplace communication by providing a background on its components and methods, then exploring oral and written forms in depth. You will practice composing professional written communication for a specific purpose and audience. Additionally, you will learn about tools for workplace collaboration and efficiency, and how to determine the best meeting and productivity tools for a particular professional context.
Workplace Writing I
Sophia Learning's Workplace Writing I course is designed to take you through the writing process, from brainstorming, prewriting, and drafting all the way to revising, editing, and proofreading. You will have an opportunity to develop your written voice in both informative and persuasive contexts, drawing connections between the principles of academic writing and their application in a professional context. Students who have previously taken English Composition I should not enroll in this course.
Workplace Writing II
Sophia Learning's Workplace Writing II course focuses on the research process. Students will learn how to effectively source information using proper research techniques, beginning by crafting a research question and culminating in a 6-8 page persuasive essay that will influence others to adopt or change a particular perspective. Students will also explore how persuasive writing strengthens important professional skills including communication, problem solving, and innovation skills. Students who have previously taken English Composition II should not enroll in this course.