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    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond

      Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Growth Mindedness, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Network Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Technical Communication, Development Testing, User Interface (UI), Java Programming, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Adaptability, Object Oriented Design, Performance Tuning, Algorithms, Software Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      IE Business School

      Branding: The Creative Journey

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Branding, Storytelling, Production Planning, Logo Design, Brand Management, Content Marketing, Target Audience, Advertising Campaigns, Content Creation, Advertising, Marketing Design, Creative Design, Marketing Communications, Brand Awareness, Proposal Development, Value Propositions, Content Strategy, Consumer Behaviour

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Capstone: Retrieving, Processing, and Visualizing Data with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Collection, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Web Scraping, Unstructured Data

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      14K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Alberta

      Software Design and Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Model View Controller, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Design, Service Oriented Architecture, API Design, Systems Architecture, Web Services, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Microservices, Restful API, Software Design Documents, Software Visualization, Code Review, Solution Architecture, Software Systems, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      IBM

      Python Project for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Jupyter, Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Data Science, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Collection

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      4.6K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      Duke University

      Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS

      Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Programming Principles, Javascript, Web Design, Computer Programming, Image Analysis, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Debugging

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Università di Napoli Federico II

      English Intermediate B1.2

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Vocabulary, Education and Training, Language Learning, Interpersonal Communications, Environmental Issue, Oral Comprehension, Grammar

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      163 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      Go and C++: Programming in Two Successor Languages of C

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Go (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Unit Testing, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Software Testing, Computer Science, Graph Theory, File Management, Artificial Intelligence, Integration Testing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      IBM

      Applied Data Science with R

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Shiny (R Package), Data Wrangling, Dashboard, Exploratory Data Analysis, Relational Databases, Data Analysis, Ggplot2, Database Design, Data Presentation, SQL, Plot (Graphics), Leaflet (Software), Data Transformation, Database Management, Data Manipulation, Web Scraping, R Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Applied Text Mining in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Natural Language Processing, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Processing, Feature Engineering, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      3.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Core Java

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Spring Framework, Java, Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Software Design, Software Installation, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Program Development, Virtual Machines, Debugging, Package and Software Management, Data Structures, File Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.6K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      IBM

      Introduction to Software Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Development Environment, Software Engineering, Software Development Tools, Software Development Methodologies, Software Architecture, Software Design, Programming Principles, Unified Modeling Language, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Application Development, Back-End Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Git (Version Control System)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular language courses

    • Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond: University of California San Diego
    • Branding: The Creative Journey: IE Business School
    • Capstone: Retrieving, Processing, and Visualizing Data with Python: University of Michigan
    • Software Design and Architecture: University of Alberta
    • Python Project for Data Science: IBM
    • Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS: Duke University
    • English Intermediate B1.2: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Go and C++: Programming in Two Successor Languages of C: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Applied Data Science with R: IBM
    • Applied Text Mining in Python: University of Michigan

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Language

    Language courses on Coursera provide valuable skills and insights to help you communicate effectively in various languages:

    • Fundamental skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the language.
    • Cultural insights related to the language, enhancing your ability to communicate contextually and respectfully.
    • Advanced grammar and vocabulary that can help you express complex ideas.
    • Listening skills to improve comprehension and conversational abilities.
    • Practical communication strategies for use in everyday situations, business, travel, or academic settings.
    • Techniques for language retention and ongoing learning to maintain and improve proficiency.‎

    Language courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at all proficiency levels:

    • Introductory courses are suitable for beginners with no prior knowledge, focusing on basic vocabulary and simple conversational skills.
    • Intermediate courses are aimed at learners who have basic language skills and wish to improve their fluency and understanding.
    • Advanced courses cater to proficient speakers who want to refine their skills, expand their vocabulary, and gain deeper cultural insights.‎

    Coursera offers several pathways to formalize your language learning:

    • Professional certificates that can enhance your language skills for personal or professional use.
    • Specialized course certificates that demonstrate your proficiency in specific language skills or cultural knowledge.
    • Degree programs or professional qualifications in language studies, linguistics, or translation that prepare you for advanced roles requiring multilingual capabilities.

    These educational options are intended to support your language development and demonstrate your commitment to mastering a new language.‎

    Studying a new language on Coursera can open up diverse career paths in international settings:

    • Translator or Interpreter: Facilitate communication between speakers of different languages in various contexts, such as legal, medical, or business.
    • Multilingual Customer Support: Provide assistance to customers from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
    • Language Educator: Teach a language at schools, universities, or online platforms.
    • Cultural Consultant: Offer insights and advice on cultural practices to businesses or organizations expanding into new markets.
    • International Relations Specialist: Use language skills to manage communications and relationships across countries.‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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