Course Summary
In this course, you will explore the life, legacy, and leadership of President John F. Kennedy. Gain insight into his political and personal life, as well as his impact on American society and global affairs.Key Learning Points
- Learn about JFK's leadership style and the challenges he faced during his presidency
- Explore JFK's foreign policy initiatives, including the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Cold War
- Examine JFK's legacy and how he continues to influence American politics and society today
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand JFK's leadership style and the challenges he faced
- Gain insight into JFK's foreign policy initiatives and their impact
- Examine JFK's legacy and how it continues to shape American society and politics
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior knowledge of JFK or US history required
- Interest in leadership, politics, and history
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Pre-recorded video lectures
- Quizzes and assignments
- Discussion forums
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- Leadership and Influence
- US Political Institutions
- The Cold War
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Notable People in This Field
- Robert Dallek
- Doris Kearns Goodwin
- Michael Beschloss
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Description
When John F. Kennedy entered the presidential limousine at Love Field in Dallas, Texas on November 22, 1963, he began his ride into history. That journey continues even today and we call it the Kennedy legacy.
Outline
- John F. Kennedy's Rise to Power
- Introduction
- JFK: Rise to Power
- Kennedy's Legislative Career
- JFK Takes to the National Stage
- Campaign for the Presidency
- Religion and Politics
- The 1960 Debates
- Heading to Election Day
- The 1960 Election
- The Kennedy Presidency and Assassination
- Kennedy's Inauguration: The Torch is Passed
- Civil Rights
- The Space Program
- Containing Communism: The Bay of Pigs Disaster
- The Berlin Crisis
- The Cuban Missile Crisis Part 1
- The Cuban Missile Crisis Part 2
- The Assassination
- The Assassination: Parkland Hospital, a New President, & a National Funeral
- The 50th Anniversary Ceremony in Dallas
- Oswald
- Resources
- The Kennedy Legacy Begins
- The Assassination: Ballistic Evidence
- The Assassination: Physical Evidence
- The Warren Commission
- The Mysterious Motorcycle
- The Dictabelt
- New Information Since the 50th
- Conspiracy Theories I
- Conspiracy Theories II
- President Lyndon Johnson I
- President Lyndon Johnson II
- President Lyndon Johnson III
- President Richard Nixon
- President Gerald Ford
- The Kennedy Effect Over Fifty Years
- President Jimmy Carter, Part One
- President Jimmy Carter, Part Two
- President Ronald Reagan I
- President Ronald Reagan II
- President Ronald Reagan III
- President George H.W. Bush
- President Bill Clinton
- President George W. Bush
- President Barack Obama
- Conclusion: A Flame Eternal?
- Who Was the Real JFK
- Final
Summary of User Reviews
The Kennedy Half Century course on Coursera has received positive reviews from users. The course provides a comprehensive understanding of John F. Kennedy's presidency and its impact on America. Many users appreciate the course's engaging content and knowledgeable instructor. However, some users have mentioned technical issues and a lack of interaction with other students as drawbacks.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Engaging content and knowledgeable instructorPros from User Reviews
- Comprehensive understanding of JFK's presidency and its impact on America
- Engaging and informative content
- Knowledgeable instructor
- Flexible schedule
- Access to course materials even after completion
Cons from User Reviews
- Technical issues during lectures
- Limited interaction with other students
- Difficulty in obtaining feedback from the instructor
- Inconsistent pacing of the course
- Challenging quizzes and assignments
Professor Larry J. Sabato
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