Arizona State University

Learn English Now: Basic Language Skills Specialization

Arizona State University

Learn English Now: Basic Language Skills Specialization

Build Basic English Skills.

Practice everyday English for introductions, social topics, travel, hobbies, and achievements.

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Beginner level

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4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Build English vocabulary for introductions, art, health, travel, recreation, and achievements.

  • Ask questions, make invitations, give advice, and describe habits, preferences, and experiences.

  • Use core grammar for everyday communication, including tense choices, modals, and comparisons.

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September 2026

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Specialization - 3 course series

English Basics: Getting Started and Introductions

English Basics: Getting Started and Introductions

Course 1, 5 hours

What you'll learn

  • Introduce yourself and discuss personal mottos using basic vocabulary.

  • Ask Yes/No and Wh- questions in simple English conversations.

  • Talk about art, share preferences, and make invitations for social activities.

Everyday English: Conversations and Social Topics

Everyday English: Conversations and Social Topics

Course 2, 6 hours

What you'll learn

  • Discuss healthy and unhealthy routines using adverbs of frequency.

  • Give and receive advice and suggestions with modals such as should and could.

  • Describe travel experiences using present perfect simple and past tense.

Applied English: Experiences and Expression

Applied English: Experiences and Expression

Course 3, 6 hours

What you'll learn

  • Discuss recreation and hobbies using go, play, and do with activities.

  • Express likes and dislikes about activities in everyday conversations.

  • Describe talents and achievements using comparative and superlative forms

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Instructor

John Deal, Director ASU Global Launch
Arizona State University
30 Courses6,465 learners

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