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    Global history & politics

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    Global history & politics

    This learning plan provides essential context for understanding today's complex global landscape by combining historical perspective with contemporary geopolitical analysis. It's ideal for professionals in international business, policy, journalism, or anyone seeking to make informed decisions in an interconnected world where global events increasingly affect local realities.

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    1 h 57 m
    • 4 sections • 12 courses • Updated 4 days ago
    SapiensPowers and ThronesThe Complete History of Human Civilization12 sources

    How This Learning Plan Was Made

    This plan was crafted by BeFreed’s proprietary AI to help you learn Global history & politics with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.

    Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering Global history & politics.

    What You'll Learn

    • Trace the evolution of human civilization from ancient empires to modern nation-states, understanding patterns that shaped our world
    • Master frameworks for analyzing international relations, including how geography, diplomacy, and power dynamics influence global politics
    • Develop strategic thinking skills to assess geopolitical competition, regional conflicts, and how nations pursue their interests
    • Understand contemporary challenges like rising powers, technological disruption, and climate change that are reshaping world order
    • Gain practical analytical tools to interpret current events and anticipate future geopolitical trends

    Begin your journey through the grand sweep of human history from our earliest origins to the modern era, understanding how societies, empires, and ideas evolved across continents and millennia.

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    Sapiens

    A sweeping narrative of human history

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    Powers and Thrones

    An epic journey through medieval Europe, exploring the forces that shaped our world from Rome's fall to the Renaissance.

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    The Silk RoadsSapiensThe Lessons of HistoryWorld History Timeline: Key Eras & Civilizations - MindMap AI
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    The Complete History of Human Civilization

    Journey through world history from the cognitive revolution to modern times, exploring how trade routes, shared beliefs, and grand transitions shaped our interconnected world. Discover why Asia was civilization's true center and what patterns from the past reveal about our future.

    9 m

    Discover how geography, diplomacy, and international systems shape global politics, learning the fundamental frameworks that explain how nations interact and power is distributed across the world.

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    Prisoners of Geography

    Insightful exploration of how geography shapes global politics, revealing hidden forces behind international conflicts and power dynamics.

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    World Order

    Kissinger's masterful analysis of global power dynamics, exploring historical concepts of order and their modern implications.

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    Geography Still Rules the World

    Discover how mountains, rivers, and coastlines shape global politics more than you think. From Russia's paranoia to America's advantages, learn why physical geography remains the hidden force behind today's headlines.

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    Master the art of geopolitical analysis by exploring how nations pursue their interests, compete for influence, and navigate the complex interplay of geography, economics, and military power in different regions.

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    The Revenge of Geography

    A thought-provoking exploration of how geography shapes global conflicts, challenging the notion that globalization trumps physical realities.

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    The Next Decade

    A geopolitical forecast of global challenges and opportunities facing America and world leaders in the coming decade.

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    Open Source Intelligence Reshapes Global Power

    Explore how democratized intelligence gathering is transforming geopolitics, from tracking troop movements on social media to China's digital Silk Roads. Discover why geography still matters in our interconnected world.

    9 m

    Examine today's shifting global landscape and emerging threats, from rising powers and technological disruption to climate change and geopolitical fragmentation, preparing you to understand and navigate the future.

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    A World in Disarray

    An insightful analysis of global disorder and a call for updated diplomacy in an interconnected world.

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    MegaThreats

    A sobering analysis of ten interconnected global threats and their potential to reshape our world in catastrophic ways.

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    Brave New WarGhost FleetNew Cold WarsThe Revenge of Geography
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    Global War on the Horizon?

    Experts warn of alarming possibilities: 40% predict a world war within a decade, with nuclear weapon use considered likely. We examine the flashpoints—from Ukraine to Taiwan—that could trigger unprecedented global conflict.

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