Arizona State University

Learn English Now: Introduction to Communication Specialization

Arizona State University

Learn English Now: Introduction to Communication Specialization

Learn Basic English with Confidence.

A beginner series to help you navigate daily life and classrooms in English with confidence.

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Beginner level

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8 weeks to complete
at 5 hours a week
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level

Recommended experience

8 weeks to complete
at 5 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Introduce yourself and others using appropriate greetings and basic personal information.

  • Navigate classroom and household environments using foundational vocabulary and numbers.

  • Express personal preferences, likes, and dislikes regarding food, drinks, and hobbies.

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May 2026

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Specialization - 3 course series

English for Introducing Yourself

English for Introducing Yourself

Course 1, 4 hours

What you'll learn

  • Master the English alphabet and basic phonetic sounds for reading and writing.

  • Provide personal information and greetings in formal and informal settings.

  • Identify common classroom objects and respond to basic instructional commands.

Skills you'll gain

Category: English Language
Category: Vocabulary
Category: Language Learning
Category: Grammar
Category: Literacy
Category: Oral Comprehension
English for Numbers, Geography, and Home

English for Numbers, Geography, and Home

Course 2, 7 hours

What you'll learn

  • Count, use cardinal and ordinal numbers, and communicate dates and times.

  • Describe geographical locations, countries, and specific features of your hometown.

  • Use vocabulary for the home and prepositions to describe the location of objects.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Vocabulary
Category: English Language
Category: Grammar
Category: Oral Comprehension
Category: Language Learning
Category: Language Competency
English for Food and Hobbies

English for Food and Hobbies

Course 3, 5 hours

What you'll learn

  • Identify various foods and drinks and express personal dietary preferences.

  • Describe hobbies and leisure activities using "like," "dislike," and "love."

  • Engage in basic social conversations about free time and personal interests.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Vocabulary
Category: English Language
Category: Verbal Communication Skills
Category: Grammar
Category: Social Skills
Category: Language Learning
Category: Communication
Category: Interpersonal Communications

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Instructor

John Deal, Director ASU Global Launch
Arizona State University
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