World History: World War II to the Present is a free micro Open Online Course (mOOC) designed for students who would like to learn more about the forces that shaped the modern world. This course will help you to:

1. Explore the causes of World War Two
2. Learn about key events and crucial battles during World War Two
3. Learn about the Holocaust
4. Examine the aftermath of World War Two and the recovery process in Europe and Asia
5. Investigate the creation of the United Nations
6. Learn about the Cold War
7. Examine the decolonization period, and the economic development of the developing world
8. Learn about the end of the Cold War and its aftermath
9. Explore the impacts of globalization

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

1. Understand the causes and impacts of World War Two.
2. Reflect on the short and long term consequences of World War Two.
3. Understand what led to the Cold War and the nuclear arms race.
4. Explain the factors that contributed to the decolonization process.
5. Reflect on the evolution of mechanisms to protect human rights.
6. Explain the major political, economic and ideological realignments in the post-World War Two period.
7. Think critically about globalization.