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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SAS
Doing More with SAS Programming
Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Program Development, Debugging
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
939 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
The University of Sydney
Communication Skills for University Success
Skills you'll gain: Editing, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Research, Writing, Communication, English Language, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Interpersonal Communications, Critical Thinking, Collaboration
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
1.1K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
Vanderbilt University
Android App Development
Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), JUnit, Android Studio, Android Development, Unit Testing, Version Control, Maintainability, Software Design Patterns, Test Automation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Integration Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Mobile Development, Development Testing, Software Testing, Testability, Software Engineering, Java Programming, Software Design, User Interface (UI) Design
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
3.7K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Status: Free Trial
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Parallel programming
Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Data Structures, Distributed Computing, Algorithms, Functional Design, Other Programming Languages, Java, Performance Tuning
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
1.8K reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: Free Trial
University of California, Irvine
Functions, Methods, and Interfaces in Go
Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Functional Design, Data Structures, Software Design
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
1K reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: Free Trial
University of California, Davis
Spanish Vocabulary Project
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Spanish Language, Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Culture, Writing, Writing and Editing, Vocabulary, Research
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
171 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
Meta
APIs
Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Django (Web Framework), API Design, Software Documentation, Application Programming Interface (API), Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Test Tools, Debugging, JSON, Performance Tuning, Data Validation, Extensible Markup Language (XML)
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
340 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: Free Trial
Voxy
Low Intermediate English: Personal Growth & Well-Being
Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Goal Setting, Nutrition and Diet, English Language, Professional Development, Personal Development, Productivity, Self-Awareness, Language Learning, Time Management, Resilience, Grammar, Vocabulary, Communication
4.1
Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Initiation à la programmation (en Java)
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Environment, Algorithms, Debugging
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
434 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
University of Colorado Boulder
Expressway to Data Science: Python Programming
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Histogram, Functional Design, Data Import/Export, Package and Software Management, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Science, Data Structures
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
285 reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Coursera Project Network
Create Your First Web App with Python and Flask
Skills you'll gain: Flask (Web Framework), Web Development, Web Applications, Object-Relational Mapping, Database Application, Back-End Web Development, Python Programming
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
549 reviews
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Status: Free Trial
Universidad Austral
Aprende a programar con Python
Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Relational Databases, Object-Relational Mapping, Software Design, Test Driven Development (TDD), Database Management, Unit Testing, Database Design, SQL, Debugging, Data Structures, Python Programming, JSON, File Management, Scripting, Software Installation, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
2.2K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months