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Language courses can help you learn grammar, vocabulary development, pronunciation techniques, and conversational skills. You can build skills in writing clearly, understanding cultural nuances, and using language for specific purposes like business or travel. Many courses introduce tools such as language learning apps, online dictionaries, and pronunciation software, which enhance your ability to practice and apply what you've learned in everyday situations.


Popular Language Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Irvine

    The Pronunciation of American English

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Learning Chinese : Start From Scratch (零到一學中文)

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    553 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    English for Culture and Personal Stories

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Social Justice, Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Storytelling, Public History, Culture, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar, Cultural Diversity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Perfect Tenses and Modals

    Skills you'll gain: Grammar, English Language, Language Learning, Writing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Consonants of American English Pronunciation

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    969 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Word Forms and Simple Present Tense

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    3.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Français Élémentaire A2

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Literacy, Digital Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Academic Listening and Note-Taking

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Oral Comprehension, Concision, Learning Strategies, Critical Thinking, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Public Speaking, Analytical Skills, Organizational Skills, Communication Strategies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    978 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Chinese Characters for beginner 汉字

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Literacy, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    English for Food and Hobbies

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Vocabulary, Social Skills, Language Learning, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Grammar

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    English and Academic Preparation - Pre-Collegiate

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Critical Thinking, Learning Strategies, Active Listening, Literacy, Language Competency, English Language, Vocabulary, Verbal Communication Skills, Grammar, Language Learning, Higher Education, Analytical Skills

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    597 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Business English: Meetings

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Proposal Development, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Meeting Facilitation, Setting Appointments, Report Writing, Business Reporting, Writing, Oral Expression, Business Communication, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Comprehension, Telephone Skills, Events and Conferences, Vocabulary, Scheduling, Decision Making

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The Pronunciation of American English: University of California, Irvine
  • Learning Chinese : Start From Scratch (零到一學中文): National Taiwan University
  • English for Culture and Personal Stories: Arizona State University
  • Perfect Tenses and Modals: University of California, Irvine
  • Consonants of American English Pronunciation: University of California, Irvine
  • Word Forms and Simple Present Tense: University of California, Irvine
  • Français Élémentaire A2: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Academic Listening and Note-Taking: University of California, Irvine
  • Chinese Characters for beginner 汉字: Peking University
  • English for Food and Hobbies: Arizona State University

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