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    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Build Your First GUI App With Java

      Skills you'll gain: Application Development, UI Components, Event-Driven Programming, Integrated Development Environments, User Interface (UI), Java, Software Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      LearnQuest

      Python Scripting: Dates, Classes and Collections

      Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Data Modeling, Data Structures, Scripting, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Software Design

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Teaching Intermediate Grammar Project

      Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Grammar, Developing Training Materials, English Language

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Duke University

      Explainable Machine Learning (XAI)

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Scatter Plots, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Deep Learning, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
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      Simplilearn

      Programming with C

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Data Structures, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Management, System Programming, Data Storage, Algorithms, Development Environment

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      SRS Documents: Requirements and Diagrammatic Notations

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design Documents, User Requirements Documents, Functional Requirement, Software Documentation, Unified Modeling Language, Functional Specification, Requirements Analysis, System Requirements, Systems Design, Technical Documentation, Data Modeling, Software Visualization, Systems Analysis, Dataflow

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • K

      Koç University

      Etkili Konuşmada Retorik (Rhetoric in Effective Speaking)

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Language Competency, Storytelling, Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Persuasive Communication, Vocabulary, Creative Thinking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Clean and analyze social media usage data with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Matplotlib, Marketing Analytics, Web Scraping, Social Media Marketing, Python Programming, Social Media, Pandas (Python Package), Text Mining, Trend Analysis, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Jupyter

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Rice University

      Using Educational Technology with English Learners

      Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education Software and Technology, Collaborative Software, English Language, Literacy, End User Training and Support, Digital Transformation, Innovation, Language Learning, Digital Communications, Content Creation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      中國人文經典導讀

      Skills you'll gain: Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Language Learning, World History, Literacy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Codio

      Data Analysis in R with RStudio & Tidyverse

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Import/Export, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Wrangling

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Minnesota

      Cloud Data Security

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Data Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Storage, Personally Identifiable Information, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Integrity, Relational Databases, Identity and Access Management, Encryption, SQL

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Build Your First GUI App With Java: Coursera Project Network
    • Python Scripting: Dates, Classes and Collections: LearnQuest
    • Teaching Intermediate Grammar Project: University of California, Irvine
    • Explainable Machine Learning (XAI): Duke University
    • Programming with C: Simplilearn
    • SRS Documents: Requirements and Diagrammatic Notations: University of Colorado System
    • Etkili Konuşmada Retorik (Rhetoric in Effective Speaking): Koç University
    • Clean and analyze social media usage data with Python: Coursera Project Network
    • Using Educational Technology with English Learners: Rice University
    • 中國人文經典導讀: The Chinese University of Hong Kong

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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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