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Beginner Level

Interest in virtual (online) study and/or remote work in the U.S. Basic proficiency in English for academic purposes.

Approx. 23 hours to complete
English

What you will learn

  • Pinpoint and examine common challenges for non-U.S. students and foreign-born professionals in American virtual learning and work environments

  • Enhance your cultural knowledge and your ability to thrive in U.S. virtual learning and work environments

  • Get an inside look at how U.S. universities and companies organize work and study, communicate ideas, and execute projects in online environments

  • Develop skills that will allow you to seamlessly navigate American learning environments and succeed in remote work in the U.S.

Skills you will gain

  • Cross-Cultural Communication
  • American higher education
  • Online Learning
  • Academic Skills
  • Remote work
Flexible deadlines
Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.
Shareable Certificate
Earn a Certificate upon completion
100% online
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Beginner Level

Interest in virtual (online) study and/or remote work in the U.S. Basic proficiency in English for academic purposes.

Approx. 23 hours to complete
English

Offered by

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The State University of New York

Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week1
Week 1
5 hours to complete

International learners in U.S. online education

5 hours to complete
21 videos (Total 117 min), 6 readings, 5 quizzes
Week2
Week 2
5 hours to complete

Overcoming barriers of technology, language, and culture

5 hours to complete
12 videos (Total 54 min), 11 readings, 5 quizzes
Week3
Week 3
6 hours to complete

Navigating the U.S. academic system

6 hours to complete
13 videos (Total 36 min), 16 readings, 5 quizzes
Week4
Week 4
6 hours to complete

Navigating U.S. professional environments

6 hours to complete
23 videos (Total 107 min), 8 readings, 5 quizzes

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