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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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    Arizona State University

    Learn English Now: Academic and Professional Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Critical Thinking, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Literacy, Writing, Oral Expression, Learning Strategies, Language Competency, Analytical Skills, Active Listening, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Aesthetics, Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Language Learning, Communication Strategies, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Communication

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    IELTS Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Literacy, Language Competency, English Language

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Presentations, Public Speaking, Discussion Facilitation, Active Listening, Lecturing, Non-Verbal Communication, Oral Comprehension, English Language, Peer Review, Communication, Social Skills, Communication Strategies, Concision, Learning Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Critical Thinking, Language Competency, Interpersonal Communications

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Academic Listening and Note-Taking

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Oral Comprehension, Concision, Learning Strategies, Critical Thinking, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Public Speaking, Analytical Skills, Organizational Skills, Communication Strategies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    987 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Learn English Now: Intermediate Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Oral Expression, Language Competency, English Language, Grammar, Literacy, Language Learning, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Community Health, Video Production, Writing, Nutrition and Diet, Writing and Editing, Art History, Culture, Health Education, Vocabulary, Blogs

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Perfect Tenses and Modals

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

    4.8
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    4K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Business English: Meetings

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Proposal Development, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Meeting Facilitation, Setting Appointments, Report Writing, Business Reporting, Writing, Oral Expression, Business Communication, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Comprehension, Telephone Skills, Events and Conferences, Vocabulary, Scheduling, Decision Making

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Word Forms and Simple Present Tense

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Language Competency, English Language, Vocabulary, Verbal Communication Skills, Grammar, Language Learning, Higher Education, Analytical Skills, Style Guides

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    599 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Verb Tenses and Passives

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

    4.8
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Basic Spanish 3: Getting there

    Skills you'll gain: Spanish Language, Language Competency, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Grammar

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Patterns of Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Grammar, Proofreading, Editing, Storytelling, Organizational Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Learn English Now: Academic and Professional Thinking: Arizona State University
  • IELTS Preparation: University of California, Irvine
  • Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening: University of California, Irvine
  • Academic Listening and Note-Taking: University of California, Irvine
  • Learn English Now: Intermediate Foundations: Arizona State University
  • Perfect Tenses and Modals: University of California, Irvine
  • Business English: Meetings: University of Washington
  • Word Forms and Simple Present Tense: University of California, Irvine
  • English and Academic Preparation - Pre-Collegiate: Rice University
  • Verb Tenses and Passives: University of California, Irvine

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