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    • M

      Meta

      The Full Stack

      Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Django (Web Framework), Scalability, Responsive Web Design, Web Applications, Back-End Web Development, MySQL, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cloud Computing, Application Programming Interface (API), Virtual Environment, Javascript

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      217 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Database systems

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, Database Systems, Relational Databases, Database Management, Extract, Transform, Load, SQL, Databases, Data Mining, Business Intelligence, Big Data, Information Systems, MySQL, Predictive Analytics, Database Design, MongoDB, Analytics, Data Modeling, Scalability, Data Store

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      681 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Getting Started with Data Visualization in R

      Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Statistical Visualization, Ggplot2, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization Software, R Programming, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Manipulation, Scatter Plots, Data Wrangling, Histogram, Software Installation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      289 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Professional Success Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Business Ethics, Business Analytics, Ideation, Creative Problem-Solving, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Brainstorming, Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Accounting, Cultural Sensitivity, Analytical Skills, Cultural Diversity, Brand Management, Organizational Strategy, Culture

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      285 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Recommender Systems: Non-Personalized and Content-Based

      Skills you'll gain: Taxonomy, AI Personalization, Spreadsheet Software, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, Persona Development, Descriptive Statistics, Data Collection, Algorithms, Java Programming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      647 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Number Theory and Cryptography

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Key Management, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      606 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IBM

      Unsupervised Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Text Mining, Data Mining, Data Science, Big Data, NumPy, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Natural Language Processing, Linear Algebra

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      316 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      EDUCBA

      Embedded Software Development with C

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, C (Programming Language), Embedded Systems, Debugging, Peripheral Devices, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, System Programming, Data Structures, Hardware Troubleshooting, Microarchitecture, Programming Principles, Performance Tuning, Computer Architecture, C++ (Programming Language), Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      170 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Python for Data Analysis: Pandas & NumPy

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Analysis, Data Science, Python Programming, Data Structures, Data Manipulation, Computer Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      334 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Linear Algebra: Linear Systems and Matrix Equations

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      Stanford University

      The AI Awakening: Implications for the Economy and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Workforce Development, OpenAI, Employee Training, Socioeconomics, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Business Solutions, Economics, Innovation, Natural Language Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Advanced Data Structures in Java

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Maintainability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Network Routing, Computational Thinking, Application Development, Debugging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • The Full Stack: Meta
    • Database systems: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Getting Started with Data Visualization in R: Johns Hopkins University
    • Professional Success Skills: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Recommender Systems: Non-Personalized and Content-Based: University of Minnesota
    • Number Theory and Cryptography: University of California San Diego
    • Unsupervised Machine Learning: IBM
    • Embedded Software Development with C: EDUCBA
    • Python for Data Analysis: Pandas & NumPy: Coursera Project Network
    • Linear Algebra: Linear Systems and Matrix Equations: Johns Hopkins University

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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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