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Baseball into the Millennium
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 7 hours
  • Course by University of Colorado Boulder
  • Offered by

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In this course, we will explore the more recent history of baseball in America, through similar lenses as ones we have already used. Money & labor, culture, shutdowns, and patriotism & nationalism are our main themes for this fourth and final course. We will also look at how contemporary trends such as COVID-19 tie back to a distant history.

Modules

Economic Freedom

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
    • 4 Assignment
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4 Assignment

  • Money & Labor
  • Breaking the Reserve Clause
  • The 1970s
  • Collusion and its Consequences

1 Discussions

  • Introduce Yourself!

4 Videos

  • Module Introduction: Money & Labor
  • Breaking the Reserve Clause
  • The 1970s
  • Collusion and its Consequences

Rising Millionaires

    • 3 Videos
    • 3 Assignment
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3 Assignment

  • Rising Salaries — Part 1
  • Rising Salaries — Part 2
  • Baseball in the 21st Century

3 Videos

  • Rising Salaries — Part 1
  • Rising Salaries — Part 2
  • Baseball in the 21st Century

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    • 1 Assignment
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Great Players and Fans

    • 4 Videos
    • 3 Assignment
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3 Assignment

  • Modern Successes
  • Iconic Pitchers
  • Baseball in Information Age

4 Videos

  • Module Introduction
  • Modern Successes
  • Iconic Pitchers
  • Baseball in Information Age

The World Comes to America

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Cold War and Globalization
  • Global Resurgence

2 Videos

  • Cold War and Globalization
  • Global Resurgence

Cleaning Up History

    • 5 Videos
    • 5 Assignment
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5 Assignment

  • Baseball Curses
  • A win for the Cubs
  • Modern Scandals
  • Women and Baseball
  • Race and Baseball

5 Videos

  • Baseball Curses
  • A win for the Cubs
  • Modern Scandals
  • Women and Baseball
  • Race and Baseball

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Vietnam

    • 4 Videos
    • 3 Assignment
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3 Assignment

  • Vietnam — Part One
  • Vietnam — Part Two
  • Vietnam — Part Three

4 Videos

  • Module Introduction
  • Vietnam — Part One
  • Vietnam — Part Two
  • Vietnam — Part Three

Middle East Wars

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • The First Gulf War
  • 9/11

1 Videos

  • 9/11

1 Readings

  • The First Gulf War

Post 9/11

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • 9/11 and Baseball
  • Baseball in the Post-9/11 World

2 Videos

  • 9/11 and Baseball
  • Baseball in the Post-9/11 World

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Pressure from the Players

    • 4 Videos
    • 3 Assignment
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3 Assignment

  • Baseball after World War Two
  • MLBPA and Player Strikes
  • The 1990s

4 Videos

  • Module Introduction
  • Baseball after World War Two
  • MLBPA and Player Strikes
  • The 1990s

Pandemic Ball

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Baseball and COVID — Part One
  • Baseball and COVID — Part Two

2 Videos

  • Baseball and COVID — Part One
  • Baseball and COVID — Part Two

Post Pandemic Ball

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • The Future of Modern Baseball

1 Videos

  • The Future of Modern Baseball

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Auto Summary

"Baseball into the Millennium" offers an in-depth exploration of America's beloved pastime, focusing on its evolution and impact from the 20th century to present day. This Arts & Humanities course, presented by Coursera, delves into pivotal themes such as money and labor, cultural influences, shutdowns, as well as patriotism and nationalism, providing a comprehensive understanding of how these factors have shaped modern baseball. Additionally, it examines contemporary issues, including the effects of COVID-19, and connects them to historical contexts. Led by expert instructors, this foundational course spans 420 minutes, making it accessible yet thorough for learners. It is perfect for baseball enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone interested in the intersections of sports and society. The course is available through a Starter subscription, offering an engaging and insightful educational experience for all participants. Join us to discover the rich and dynamic history of baseball as it transitioned into the new millennium.

Tom Zeiler
Instructor

Tom Zeiler