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About the Course

The United States has always been a source of fascination — both attraction and repulsion — for the people of France, Mexico, China, Russia, and African countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, and Sudan. "America Through Foreign Eyes" is a rich, interdisciplinary, international course that features Rice University faculty from a variety of disciplines and area studies. Focused on perceptions of America abroad, the course is a cross between World Cultures and American Studies. The course features five core modules, each covering the perceptions and interactions of particular regions with America, Americans and Americanization....

Top reviews

SD

Dec 28, 2020

Excellent course! I learned so much about the history and culture of the countries covered in the class. It was a unique and interesting perspective on these countries, as well as my country, the U.S.

BE

Feb 14, 2017

A revealing look on how the rest of the world views the USA. Perhaps this should be offered to high school students, somt hey can better understand how other nationalities react to "Americans"

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By steve r

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Jun 14, 2020

I loved the concept of this course when I read the course description and it did not disappoint. Lot's of new viewpoints for me which were presented very well. A great learning experience. The reason I did not give 5 stars was I thought the Mexico module was not up to the standards of the other modules. The French module and the 2020 French update were exceptional.

By Heyang W

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Feb 12, 2017

Helpful on a knowing america through other country's eye. However, I think the course would be more interesting if if could include more discussion about how all those country and US view each other now instead of focusing much of its content on history.

By Donna B

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Jul 4, 2018

This class was very enjoyable. It made me as an American stop and take a more comprehensive look at how other countries and people look at as and individuals and as a whole.

By Joy S

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Feb 19, 2017

seemed kind of dumb at first but got better

By Asma R

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Oct 9, 2019

Great course. Highly recommended!

By Mariox48

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Jul 4, 2020

Very interesting Course

By D V

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Jun 11, 2020

Good

By SAIRAM

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Jun 25, 2020

I CAN'T TO ABLE TO RECEIVE MY CERTIFICATE . EVEN AFTER COMPLETING THE COURSE.

By Tyler S

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Nov 29, 2020

I'd been talking to a former student about how America must look to other countries (given the state of the nation), and was thrilled to find this course a few months later. Engaging, well-organized, and my notebook is filled with post-its of "further readings" to spend more time with. I enjoyed the first one or two discussion prompts, but after a while, I realized I was the only one really participating, which became a running joke between my sister and I. But the professors were great (especially for France and Mexico) and info was well detailed. Closed captions need editing.

By Meheroze A H

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Nov 12, 2020

The course "American Through foreign Eyes" really opens my eyes with plenty of historical Events, Occurrences, Tensions & Happiness- Relations from distinct view points of several countries from opposite ideologies about the USA & its Culture,Society & Governments as well......i simply want to Thank Rice University USA & all my course Teachers from Dr. Anne Chao, Dr. Julie Fette , Dr. Jeffrey Fleisher Dr. Moramay López-Alonso & Dr. Lida Oukaderova and finally COURSERA….

Architect Meheroze Al Hassan, Dhaka, Bangladesh

By Rob T

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Aug 16, 2021

Excellent perspective finder, especially for U.S. residents. Helpful information to become a better, more informed global citizen and culture connoisseur. A valuable eye-opener that expanded my understanding.

By Susan D

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Dec 29, 2020

Excellent course! I learned so much about the history and culture of the countries covered in the class. It was a unique and interesting perspective on these countries, as well as my country, the U.S.

By Kam L

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Oct 27, 2020

It represented other world views of how America is seen with professors who present the material in an interesting, clear, and concise manner.

By DragonBarView S T

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Mar 11, 2023

Excellent. Engaging and thought-provoking. I would be interested to see an update that takes into account recent events.

By Cheng Z

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Apr 10, 2022

Excellent scripts from all professors that have lectured in this course and excellent additional reading materials.

By Janis L

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Feb 9, 2022

Excellent format and well executed. The addition of the 2020 updates to reflect more current events was crucial.

By Deborah A D

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Sep 18, 2020

Very thought-provoking and engaging, especially now, as America approaches its 2020 presidential election.

By Rosemarie t L

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Jun 10, 2021

Excellent, I learned so much. It would be great to add additional countries. Thank you!

By Poliane m a

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Sep 19, 2020

Alta abrangência e riqueza de uma visão sobre o assunto abordado.

By Kathy C

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Apr 3, 2021

Very interesting, hope they will add more countries soon!

By Doug C

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Mar 5, 2022

excellent teachers and engaging conversations

By Büşra N Y

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Nov 9, 2020

I learned a lot of things related to the US.

By Jose E d S M d S

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Oct 21, 2023

poderia dar o certificado, curso muito bom!

By Wilco V

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Nov 8, 2020

Very interesting and very much up to date.

By Pradyut S

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Sep 27, 2020

The course is engaging and interesting.