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    • P

      Peking University

      软件工程

      Skills you'll gain: Software Engineering, Object Oriented Design, Software Testing, Software Development Tools, Unified Modeling Language, Requirements Analysis, Agile Methodology, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Test Case, Software Development Life Cycle, Functional Requirement, User Requirements Documents, Systems Analysis, Software Development, Systems Design, Software Architecture

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • A

      Amazon Web Services

      Python for Serverless Applications and Automation on AWS

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Amazon Web Services, API Gateway, Amazon DynamoDB, Python Programming, Service Oriented Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Microservices, Serverless Computing, Cloud Applications, Databases, Scripting, Programming Principles, Automation, Relational Databases, Application Development, Development Environment

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Using Descriptive Statistics to Analyze Data in R

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, R Programming, Statistical Reporting, Data Quality, Data Cleansing, Statistical Methods, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      Arizona State University

      商务英语课程:市场与营销英语 Marketing & Sales

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Presentations, Data Visualization, Marketing, Business Correspondence, Persuasive Communication, Advertising, Business Writing, Brochures, Business Communication, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Graphic Design, Product Promotion, Brainstorming, Market Research, Vocabulary

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidade Estadual de Campinas

      Escola 4.0 Educação e Cultura Maker no Contexto da Nova BNCC

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Innovation, Prototyping, Algorithms, Embedded Systems, Creative Design

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Generative AI and Symbolic Reasoning

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Prompt Engineering, Natural Language Processing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • O

      Oracle

      Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Data Foundations Associate

      Skills you'll gain: Oracle Cloud, Oracle Databases, Data Architecture, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Lakes, Database Development, Cloud Security, Data Migration, NoSQL, MySQL, Data Security, Scalability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Minnesota

      Cloud Data Security

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Data Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Storage, Personally Identifiable Information, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Integrity, Relational Databases, Identity and Access Management, Encryption, SQL

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
      ·
      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Glasgow

      Writing for Business Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing, Report Writing, Business Communication, Writing and Editing, Organizational Structure, Vocabulary, Grammar, Concision, English Language, Target Audience, Organizational Skills, Editing, Press Releases

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      V

      Voxy

      Intermediate English: Talking About Yourself

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Professional Development, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Communication, Business Communication, Vocabulary, Active Listening, Personal Development, Grammar

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      Codio

      Data Analysis in R with RStudio & Tidyverse

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Import/Export, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Wrangling

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Toronto

      Data Visualization for Genome Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Bioinformatics, Ggplot2, Dimensionality Reduction, Scatter Plots, R Programming, Network Analysis, Heat Maps, Molecular Biology, Design Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • 软件工程: Peking University
    • Python for Serverless Applications and Automation on AWS: Amazon Web Services
    • Using Descriptive Statistics to Analyze Data in R: Coursera Project Network
    • 商务英语课程:市场与营销英语 Marketing & Sales: Arizona State University
    • Escola 4.0 Educação e Cultura Maker no Contexto da Nova BNCC: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
    • Generative AI and Symbolic Reasoning: Johns Hopkins University
    • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Data Foundations Associate: Oracle
    • Cloud Data Security: University of Minnesota
    • Writing for Business Advanced: University of Glasgow
    • Intermediate English: Talking About Yourself: Voxy

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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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