Please be informed that Ukrainian Institute (https://ui.org.ua/) developed a free online course «Ukraine: The (Un)finished Second World War», which is available at Udemy platform https://www.udemy.com/course/ukraine-the-unfinished-second-world-war/

In this course, leading Ukrainian scholars guide you through key topics that shed light on how the Second World War unfolded for Ukraine and how its consequences are still unfolding today.

Each topic highlights a unique perspective — from the global implications of the "Ukrainian question" to the "memory wars" that continue to shape both regional and global narratives. 

Understanding Ukraine's modern history and contemporary challenges requires an awareness of how the Second World War affected its people, territories, and identities. 

Ukraine's experience was distinct: divided among multiple states, targeted by both Nazi and Soviet regimes, and later caught in "memory wars" that persist into the 21st century. 

In addition to video lectures, the course offers carefully selected primary sources and supporting materials such as documents, maps, and additional reading materials. 

Together, they will help you build a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of Ukraine's role during the Second World War and its lasting impact on the international arena. 

Ukrainian scholars who developed this course from the ground up — from concept to visuals — will guide you through this complex but essential story. 

You will learn about: 

- The course and consequences of the Second World War for Ukraine and for Central and Eastern Europe. 

- The participation of Ukrainians in the war, both within the borders of modern Ukraine and abroad. 

- Why the "Ukrainian question" became one of the key challenges of the 20th century. 

- The methods used by empires to address the "Ukrainian question" during the 20th century. 

- Why every conflict over dominance in Ukraine became a matter of global concern. 

- The concept of "memory wars" and analyse their role in contemporary (un)conventional warfare. 

- Complex and controversial issues regarding Ukrainians in the Second World War that remain subject of historical manipulation.