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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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    University of California, Irvine

    Simple Past Tense

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Clarity and Style in Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Proofreading, Writing and Editing, Grammar, Writing, Editing, Literacy, Language Competency, English Language, Vocabulary

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    University of California, Irvine

    TOEFL Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Literacy, English Language, Language Competency, Grammar, Writing, Language Learning

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    723 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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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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    Pearson

    Paragraphs

    Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Writing, Editing, Writing and Editing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    English for Effective Business Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Report Writing, Concision, Persuasive Communication, English Language, Grammar, Target Audience, Vocabulary

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    479 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Adjectives and Adjective Clauses

    Skills you'll gain: Grammar, English Language, Oral Comprehension

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Critical Thinking Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Critical Thinking, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Literacy, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Active Listening, Analytical Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Research Writing Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Writing, Research, Writing and Editing, Learning Strategies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Lesson | Business English Skills: Introducing Yourself in Business Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Business Communication, Greeting Customers, Oral Expression, English Language, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Spanish Vocabulary: Careers and Social Events

    Skills you'll gain: Spanish Language, Bilingual (Spanish/English), Language Competency, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Grammar, Oral Comprehension

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    203 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Simple Past Tense: University of California, Irvine
  • Clarity and Style in Writing: Pearson
  • Patterns of Writing: Pearson
  • TOEFL Preparation: University of California, Irvine
  • English and Academic Preparation - Pre-Collegiate: Rice University
  • Paragraphs: Pearson
  • English for Effective Business Writing: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Adjectives and Adjective Clauses: University of California, Irvine
  • Critical Thinking Strategies: Arizona State University
  • Research Writing Foundations: Pearson

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