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    • T

      Tsinghua University

      Conversational English Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, English Language, Language Learning, Interpersonal Communications, Learning Strategies, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Rapport Building, Vocabulary

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      730 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IBM

      Present with Purpose: Create/Deliver Effective Presentations

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Microsoft PowerPoint, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Communication, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Drive Engagement, Composure

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      311 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Building Resilient Streaming Analytics Systems on Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Real Time Data, Data Pipelines, Google Cloud Platform, Data Processing, Big Data, Analytics, SQL, Data Transformation, Performance Tuning, Scalability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      IELTS Listening and Speaking Sections Skills Mastery

      Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Oral Comprehension, Active Listening, Language Competency, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Learning Strategies, English Language, Vocabulary, Composure, Communication, Grammar, Detail Oriented, Adaptability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      598 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      Microsoft

      Foundations of AI and Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Data Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Deployment, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Artificial Intelligence, Data Security, Application Frameworks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Data Pipelines, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Scalability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      100 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • D

      DeepLearning.AI

      AI-Powered Software and System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design Patterns, Database Systems, Software Architecture, System Design and Implementation, API Design, Large Language Modeling, Software Development, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Secure Coding, Application Programming Interface (API), Performance Tuning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      The R Programming Environment

      Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Web Scraping, Data Manipulation, R Programming, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Data Science, Big Data, Text Mining, Data Import/Export, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Meta

      Introduction to iOS Mobile Application Development

      Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Apple iOS, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, Swift Programming, Mobile Development Tools, Objective-C (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), Application Development, UI Components, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Storyboarding

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      972 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Inferential Statistical Analysis with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Python Programming, Matplotlib, NumPy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      918 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Codio

      Introduction to Operating Systems

      Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Operating Systems, OS Process Management, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Virtualization, Data Integrity, Debugging, Systems Design, Performance Tuning, Distributed Computing, Data Storage, Virtual Machines, Command-Line Interface, Computer Systems, Programming Principles, Computer Hardware, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Scalability, Data Structures

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      256 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Create Your First Web App with Python and Flask

      Skills you'll gain: Flask (Web Framework), Web Development, Web Applications, Object-Relational Mapping, Database Application, Back-End Web Development, Python Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      546 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

      Introduction and Programming with IoT Boards

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Emerging Technologies, Electronic Hardware, Embedded Systems, Information Technology Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Software Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Conversational English Skills: Tsinghua University
    • Present with Purpose: Create/Deliver Effective Presentations: IBM
    • Building Resilient Streaming Analytics Systems on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • IELTS Listening and Speaking Sections Skills Mastery: University of California, Irvine
    • Foundations of AI and Machine Learning: Microsoft
    • AI-Powered Software and System Design: DeepLearning.AI
    • The R Programming Environment: Johns Hopkins University
    • Introduction to iOS Mobile Application Development: Meta
    • Inferential Statistical Analysis with Python: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Operating Systems: Codio

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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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