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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


  • P

    Peking University

    Chinese for HSK 3 PART I

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

    ★ 4.8 (653) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • K

    Khalifa University

    Arabic for Beginners: Arabic Alphabet and Phonology

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

    ★ 4.6 (110) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners

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

    ★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Learn Mandarin Chinese: Intermediate

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

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Peking University

    More Chinese for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, English Language, Language Competency, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Grammar, Culture

    ★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Mixed · 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 (84) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Washington

    Business English: Making Presentations

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Sales Presentations, Oral Expression, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Data Visualization, Communication, Selling Techniques, English Language, Vocabulary

    ★ 4.8 (787) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Inglés Empresarial: Gestión y Liderazgo

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Telephone Skills, Business Writing, Business Communication, Employee Coaching, Organizational Skills, Concision, Management Training And Development, Active Listening, Oral Expression, Delegation Skills, Business Correspondence, Writing, English Language, Discussion Facilitation, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Comprehension, Communication

    ★ 4.8 (1.7K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Noun Clauses and Conditionals

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

    ★ 4.8 (475) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Training and Practicing in English Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Comprehension, Active Listening, Oral Expression, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Critical Thinking, Language Competency, Communication Strategies, Stress Management

    ★ 4.6 (301) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Washington

    Business English: Planning & Negotiating

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Events and Conferences, Event Planning, Event Management, Communication Strategies, Business Writing, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Planning, Oral Expression, Writing, Proposal Development, Oral Comprehension, Decision Making, Language Competency, Customer Complaint Resolution, Vocabulary

    ★ 4.8 (621) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Writing for Young Readers: Opening the Treasure Chest

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Writing and Editing, Proofreading, Storytelling, Writing, Peer Review, Digital Publishing, Creativity

    ★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Chinese for HSK 3 PART I: Peking University
  • Arabic for Beginners: Arabic Alphabet and Phonology: Khalifa University
  • Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Learn Mandarin Chinese: Intermediate: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • More Chinese for Beginners: Peking University
  • Building Basic English Skills A1/A2: University of California, Davis
  • Business English: Making Presentations: University of Washington
  • Inglés Empresarial: Gestión y Liderazgo: Arizona State University
  • Noun Clauses and Conditionals: University of California, Irvine
  • Training and Practicing in English Public Speaking: Shanghai Jiao Tong University

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