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      Johns Hopkins University

      Healthcare IT Support

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Electronic Medical Record, Telehealth, Patient Safety, Health Technology, Health Information Management, Medical Equipment and Technology, Security Awareness, Cloud Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Encryption, Help Desk Support, Desktop Support, End User Training and Support, Health Care, Technical Support and Services, Decision Support Systems, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Clinical Data Management, Patient Education and Support

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      An Introduction to Interactive Programming in Python (Part 1)

      Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Application Development, Interactive Design, Programming Principles, Computer Graphics, Python Programming, Game Design, Computer Programming, Debugging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Copenhagen

      Diabetes – the Essential Facts

      Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Disparities, Health Care, Chronic Diseases, Nutrition and Diet, Medical Science and Research, Kinesiology, Surgery, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      What Is Contemporary Art?

      Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Art History, Electronic Media, Aesthetics, Creativity, Design, Liberal Arts, Architectural Design, Multimedia, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Social Justice

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Academic Discussions in English

      Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, English Language, Social Skills, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Public Speaking, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Reliable Google Cloud Infrastructure: Design and Process

      Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Cloud Infrastructure, CI/CD, Cloud Security, Service Level Agreement, Microservices, Service Level, Google Cloud Platform, Network Architecture, API Design, Site Reliability Engineering, Cloud Computing Architecture, Kubernetes, Restful API, Cloud Storage, Cloud Applications, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), DevOps, Data Storage, System Design and Implementation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7.2K reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      NoSQL, Big Data, and Spark Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, MongoDB, PySpark, Apache Hive, Databases, Apache Cassandra, Big Data, Machine Learning, Generative AI, IBM Cloud, Applied Machine Learning, Kubernetes, Supervised Learning, Distributed Computing, Docker (Software), Database Management, Data Pipelines, Scalability

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      764 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Probability & Statistics for Machine Learning & Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Probability, Statistical Inference, A/B Testing, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      566 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Getting and Cleaning Data

      Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Wrangling, Data Integration, Data Quality, Data Transformation, Data Import/Export, Data Collection, Data Management, Web Scraping, Data Access, R Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, MySQL, File Management, SQL, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      8.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Nanotechnology: A Maker’s Course

      Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Semiconductors, Chemistry, Manufacturing Processes, Laboratory Equipment, Micrometer, Laboratory Experience, Physics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Advanced Machine Learning on Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Tensorflow, Large Language Modeling, Reinforcement Learning, Computer Vision, Google Cloud Platform, Keras (Neural Network Library), Systems Design, Image Analysis, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Applied Machine Learning, Systems Architecture, Performance Tuning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Distributed Computing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Virginia

      New Models of Business in Society

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Issue, Business Modeling, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Business, Business Transformation, Storytelling, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Systems, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Organizational Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular academic english courses

    • Healthcare IT Support: Johns Hopkins University
    • An Introduction to Interactive Programming in Python (Part 1): Rice University
    • Diabetes – the Essential Facts: University of Copenhagen
    • What Is Contemporary Art?: The Museum of Modern Art
    • Academic Discussions in English: University of California, Irvine
    • Reliable Google Cloud Infrastructure: Design and Process: Google Cloud
    • NoSQL, Big Data, and Spark Foundations: IBM
    • Probability & Statistics for Machine Learning & Data Science: DeepLearning.AI
    • Getting and Cleaning Data: Johns Hopkins University
    • Nanotechnology: A Maker’s Course: Duke University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Academic English

    Academic English courses on Coursera focus on essential skills for engaging in academic settings:

    • Advanced grammar and vocabulary specific to academic contexts.
    • Skills for writing clear and structured academic essays, papers, and reports.
    • Techniques for effective academic reading and text analysis.
    • Development of listening skills for comprehending lectures and presentations.
    • Speaking skills for participating in seminars and making presentations.
    • Strategies for researching and citing sources accurately. ‎

    Coursera's Academic English courses are designed for learners who already have a basic understanding of English:

    • Beginners with a general knowledge of English can start with introductory courses focusing on the fundamentals of academic language.
    • Intermediate learners can improve their reading, writing, and speaking skills for academic purposes.
    • Advanced learners can polish their proficiency for professional or academic environments, such as preparing for university studies or professional presentations.

    These courses are structured to progressively enhance your command of Academic English, preparing you for success in academic and professional settings. ‎

    Participants in Academic English courses can earn several types of credentials:

    • Certificates of completion to showcase your improved skills on your resume or LinkedIn profile.
    • Professional certificates that demonstrate your ability to handle complex academic communication tasks.
    • Specializations or microcredentials that provide in-depth knowledge and skills in specific areas of Academic English.

    These credentials can support your academic goals, such as applying to universities or enhancing your professional qualifications in English-speaking environments. ‎

    Mastering Academic English can significantly improve your prospects in educational and professional fields:

    • Academic roles requiring high-level English proficiency, including teaching, research, and administration.
    • Positions in multinational corporations where communication in English is essential.
    • Careers in publishing, editing, and media that demand precise and effective use of language.
    • Opportunities in non-governmental organizations and international agencies where English serves as a working language.
    • Professional translator or interpreter for academic and scholarly work.

    Skills in Academic English are crucial for advancing in any field that values clear, precise, and effective communication. ‎

    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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