What knowledge and skills can you gain from language courses on Coursera?

Language courses on Coursera provide valuable skills and insights to help you communicate effectively in various languages: Fundamental skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the language. Cultural insights related to the language, enhancing your ability to communicate contextually and respectfully. Advanced grammar and vocabulary that can help you express complex ideas. Listening skills to improve comprehension and conversational abilities. Practical communication strategies for use in everyday situations, business, travel, or academic settings. Techniques for language retention and ongoing learning to maintain and improve proficiency.

Do I need prior knowledge in a specific language to enroll in these courses?

Language courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at all proficiency levels: Introductory courses are suitable for beginners with no prior knowledge, focusing on basic vocabulary and simple conversational skills. Intermediate courses are aimed at learners who have basic language skills and wish to improve their fluency and understanding. Advanced courses cater to proficient speakers who want to refine their skills, expand their vocabulary, and gain deeper cultural insights.

What types of certifications and credentials can you pursue through language courses on Coursera?

Coursera offers several pathways to formalize your language learning: Professional certificates that can enhance your language skills for personal or professional use. Specialized course certificates that demonstrate your proficiency in specific language skills or cultural knowledge. Degree programs or professional qualifications in language studies, linguistics, or translation that prepare you for advanced roles requiring multilingual capabilities. These educational options are intended to support your language development and demonstrate your commitment to mastering a new language.

What career opportunities can knowledge in a new language lead to?

Studying a new language on Coursera can open up diverse career paths in international settings: Translator or Interpreter: Facilitate communication between speakers of different languages in various contexts, such as legal, medical, or business. Multilingual Customer Support: Provide assistance to customers from diverse linguistic backgrounds. Language Educator: Teach a language at schools, universities, or online platforms. Cultural Consultant: Offer insights and advice on cultural practices to businesses or organizations expanding into new markets. International Relations Specialist: Use language skills to manage communications and relationships across countries.

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Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
Princípios de Desenvolvimento Ágil de Software
Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Retrospectives, Test Driven Development (TDD), Requirements Analysis, Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Unified Modeling Language, Software Engineering, Software Development
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
219 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: Free
Princeton University
Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Tuning, Data Structures, Java, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Algorithms, Animations, Debugging
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
1.3K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of California, Irvine
Concurrency in Go
Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Algorithms, OS Process Management, System Programming, Operating Systems, Computer Architecture
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
769 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Michigan
Advanced Styling with Responsive Design
Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Wireframing, Front-End Web Development, Browser Compatibility, Usability, User Interface (UI), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Mobile Development Tools
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
4.6K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
IBM
Generative AI and LLMs: Architecture and Data Preparation
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Text Mining, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Jupyter, Data Processing
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
196 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Software Engineering
Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Requirements Analysis, Software Architecture, Acceptance Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Unified Modeling Language, Software Development Life Cycle, Configuration Management, Software Quality Assurance, Debugging, Software Design, Process Driven Development, Software Engineering, Quality Assurance, Software Testing, Object Oriented Design, Functional Requirement, Systems Analysis, Data Modeling, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
507 reviews
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of California, Irvine
TOEFL Test-Taking Strategies
Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Literacy, English Language, Language Competency, Grammar
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
137 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
IBM
Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases
Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Computing Platforms, Cloud Applications, Database Management, Cloud Computing, Relational Databases, Data Access, Information Technology, Database Application, Software Installation, Browser Compatibility, SQL, Computer Programming, System Configuration, Software Versioning, Javascript
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
390 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of California San Diego
Number Theory and Cryptography
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Key Management, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
607 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Voxy
Low Intermediate English: Help & Information
Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Competency, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Language Learning, Vocabulary
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free
McMaster University
Experimentation for Improvement
Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Process Improvement and Optimization, Regression Analysis, Statistical Software, Mathematical Modeling, R Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis
4.9
Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
921 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free
University of Geneva
Chemical Biology
Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Chemistry, Experimentation, Laboratory Experience, Scientific Visualization, Biology, Laboratory Equipment, Image Analysis
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
148 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months