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    • I

      Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

      Programming with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, GitHub, OpenAI, Software Development Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Programming, Innovation

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      75 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Dynamical Modeling Methods for Systems Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Computational Logic, Applied Mathematics, Molecular Biology, Simulations, Statistical Modeling, Biochemistry, Biology, Probability, Electrical Systems

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      220 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • K

      KodeKloud

      Docker for Beginners with Hands-on labs

      Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, Linux Commands, Application Deployment, CI/CD, DevOps, YAML, Command-Line Interface, Data Storage, Computer Networking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      115 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      U

      Universidades Anáhuac

      Introductory Spanish for the Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Spanish Language, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Grammar, Language Learning, Business Communication, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Practical Introduction to the Command Line

      Skills you'll gain: Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Unix, Bash (Scripting Language), File Management, Shell Script, Linux Commands

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      379 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      Epic Games

      Unreal Engine Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, Version Control, Video Game Development, 3D Modeling, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Multimedia, Computer Graphics, Software Installation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Project: Generative AI Applications with RAG and LangChain

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Document Management, Natural Language Processing, Unstructured Data, Data Processing, User Interface (UI), Databases, Data Storage Technologies, Data Storage

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      65 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Programación en Python II: aprendiendo a estructurar datos

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computational Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      ChatGPT Playground for Beginners: Intro to NLP AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Telehealth, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      66 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Tidyverse Skills for Data Science in R

      Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Ggplot2, Data Wrangling, Statistical Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), R Programming, Data Import/Export, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Web Scraping, Data Integration, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      104 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • T

      The State University of New York

      Big Data, Genes, and Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Bioinformatics, Big Data, Analytics, Health Informatics, Medical Science and Research, Data Processing, R Programming, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Molecular Biology, Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      284 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      LearnQuest

      AI for Scientific Research

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Bioinformatics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Random Forest Algorithm, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Cleansing, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Transformation, NumPy, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Neural Networks

      3.2
      Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
      ·
      74 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Programming with Generative AI: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
    • Dynamical Modeling Methods for Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Docker for Beginners with Hands-on labs: KodeKloud
    • Introductory Spanish for the Workplace: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Practical Introduction to the Command Line: Coursera Project Network
    • Unreal Engine Fundamentals : Epic Games
    • Project: Generative AI Applications with RAG and LangChain: IBM
    • Programación en Python II: aprendiendo a estructurar datos: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • ChatGPT Playground for Beginners: Intro to NLP AI: Coursera Project Network
    • Tidyverse Skills for Data Science in R: Johns Hopkins University

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Language

    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.‎

    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.‎

    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.‎

    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.‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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