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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

    Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Discussion Facilitation, Non-Verbal Communication, Oral Comprehension, English Language, Peer Review, Active Listening, Communication, Social Skills, Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Student Engagement, Collaboration, Planning, Critical Thinking, Vocabulary

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Chino básico: Lenguaje y cultura empresarial

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Language Learning, Oral Expression, Hotels and Accommodations, Business Communication, Presentations, Communication, Travel Arrangements, Video Production, Cultural Sensitivity, Verbal Communication Skills, Guest Relations, Telephone Skills, Greeting Customers, Hospitality, Business Correspondence, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Scheduling, Food and Beverage

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    515 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    IELTS Listening and Speaking Sections Skills Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Oral Comprehension, Active Listening, Language Competency, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Learning Strategies, English Language, Vocabulary, Composure, Grammar, Detail Oriented, Adaptability

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    627 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    Chinese for HSK 6

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    515 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Vowels of American English Pronunciation

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    272 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Simple Past Tense

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    IELTS Writing Section Skills Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Literacy, Grammar, Concision, Analytical Skills, Planning, English Language, Vocabulary

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Questions, Present Progressive and Future Tenses

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tsinghua University

    Conversational English Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, English Language, Language Learning, Interpersonal Communications, Oral Comprehension, Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Vocabulary

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    775 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Chinese Characters for beginner 汉字

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, English Language, Vocabulary, Grammar, Research, Analytical Skills

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    592 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    English for Effective Business Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Writing and Editing, Concision, Persuasive Communication, English Language, Grammar, Language Competency, Target Audience, Vocabulary

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    466 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening: University of California, Irvine
  • Chino básico: Lenguaje y cultura empresarial: Arizona State University
  • IELTS Listening and Speaking Sections Skills Mastery: University of California, Irvine
  • Chinese for HSK 6: Peking University
  • Vowels of American English Pronunciation: University of California, Irvine
  • Simple Past Tense: University of California, Irvine
  • IELTS Writing Section Skills Mastery: University of California, Irvine
  • Questions, Present Progressive and Future Tenses: University of California, Irvine
  • Conversational English Skills: Tsinghua University
  • Chinese Characters for beginner 汉字: Peking University

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