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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Learn English: Beginning Grammar

    Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Language Competency, English Language, Vocabulary, Language Learning

    ★ 4.9 (5.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    English Intermediate B1

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Sales Presentations, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Workplace inclusivity, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Writing, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Language Learning, Stress Management, Education and Training, Higher Education, Oral Comprehension, Grammar

    ★ 4.6 (474) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Français Débutant A1

    ★ 3.7 (43) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Building Basic English Skills A1/A2

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, English Language, Language Competency, Literacy, Language Learning

    ★ 4.7 (77) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • Y

    Yonsei University

    First Step Korean

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Grammar, Writing, Vocabulary, Literacy, Oral Comprehension, Culture

    ★ 4.9 (53K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Language Learning, Spanish Language, Language Competency, Oral Expression, Grammar, Culture, Writing and Editing, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Research

    ★ 4.5 (3.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Learn Mandarin Chinese

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Culture, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Grammar, Cultural Sensitivity

    ★ 4.8 (1.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Étudier en France: French Intermediate course B1-B2

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Higher Education, Oral Expression, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Vocabulary, Multilingualism, Lecturing, Formal Learning, Writing, Political Sciences

    ★ 4.8 (5.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    English Advanced C1

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Oral Expression, English Language, Language Competency, Writing, Grammar, Literacy, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Liberal Arts, Media and Communications, Environmental Issue, Music, Economics

    ★ 4.5 (50) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Arizona State University TESOL

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Language Competency, Writing, Teaching, Literacy, Train The Trainer, Technology Strategies, Grammar, English Language, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Design Elements And Principles, Design Strategies, Language Learning, digital literacy, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.9 (22K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Presentations, Public Speaking, Discussion Facilitation, Active Listening, Lecturing, Non-Verbal Communication, Oral Comprehension, English Language, Peer Review, Communication, Social Skills, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Concision, Learning Strategies, Tactfulness, Verbal Strategic Communication, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.5 (1.4K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    English Intermediate B1.2

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Stress Management, Education and Training, Higher Education, Medical Terminology, Language Learning, Formal Learning, Environmental Issue, Grammar, Climate Change Mitigation

    ★ 4.7 (217) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Learn English: Beginning Grammar: University of California, Irvine
  • English Intermediate B1: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Français Débutant A1: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Building Basic English Skills A1/A2: University of California, Davis
  • First Step Korean: Yonsei University
  • Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary: University of California, Davis
  • Learn Mandarin Chinese: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Étudier en France: French Intermediate course B1-B2: École Polytechnique
  • English Advanced C1: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Arizona State University TESOL: Arizona State University

Frequently Asked Questions about Language Learning

There is no specific experience required before starting language learning. Learners should have an interest in the language at hand and a willingness to commit to the time needed to learn the new language. People who work in the environment where the language being studied is spoken may have an easier time picking up the language than others. Excellent listening skills are a must, as well as organizational and reading comprehension skills.‎

People who desire to speak a second language are best suited for language learning. Language learning is about broadening your horizons and finding ways to communicate with people you may not have been able to engage with before. If you travel to other countries, language learning can help you navigate not only a workspace but restaurants, hotels, and other daily arrangements. People who want to improve communication skills, send clearer emails, and feel confident speaking to colleagues are great candidates for language learning.‎

The most common career path for someone in language learning is teaching English as a second language. This rewarding career path is a great way to effectively teach learners how to confidently read, write, and converse in a second language. The next gradual step for more advanced speakers is a career as a translator working in a business, hospital, courtroom, or school.‎

Cross-cultural communication skills can teach you not only vocabulary and grammar rules but also how to effectively use tone and style in both written and spoken communication. Finance and economic language courses may teach you to effectively craft an email, give a presentation, and write reports using vocabulary and language skills commonly used in financial settings. Media literacy courses may help you navigate both traditional and social media with a focus on advertising and the meaning of bias. If you want to delve even deeper into media literacy, topics that explain journalism may help language learners understand how and why news stories are written by digging into the principles behind the research and writing of the news today.‎

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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