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      Microsoft

      Back-End Development with .NET

      Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, Microsoft Copilot, .NET Framework, Application Programming Interface (API), Middleware, Server Side, Restful API, C# (Programming Language), Back-End Web Development, Application Frameworks, JSON, Routing Protocols, Debugging

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • MathWorks

      Automating Image Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Matlab, Computer Vision, Automation, Anomaly Detection, Data Store

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Universidad de los Andes

      Modelos predictivos con aprendizaje automático

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Predictive Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Supervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Python Programming, Unsupervised Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      73 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New

      Corporate Finance Institute

      Practical Data Science for Data Analysts

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Import/Export, Matplotlib, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Science, Regression Analysis, Financial Data, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Data Cleansing, Data Literacy, Pandas (Python Package), Machine Learning Algorithms, Financial Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Peking University

      Essentials for English Speeches and Presentations 英语演讲与演示

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Interviewing Skills, Public Speaking, English Language, Communication, Vocabulary, Non-Verbal Communication, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Business Communication, Grammar

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      147 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Coursera Project Network

      Essential Causal Inference Techniques for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, R Programming, Statistical Inference, Applied Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • DeepLearning.AI

      Réseaux neuronaux et Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Performance Tuning, Python Programming, NumPy, Linear Algebra, Algorithms

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • University of Colorado System

      Symmetric Cryptography

      Skills you'll gain: Data Encryption Standard, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Cryptography, Encryption, Key Management, Algorithms

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      267 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • University of Colorado Boulder

      William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night: Comedy, Conflict, and Community

      Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Liberal Arts, Storytelling, Lecturing, Creativity, Community Outreach, Instructional Strategies, European History

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Duke University

      Interacting with the System and Managing Memory

      Skills you'll gain: Maintainability, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Software Engineering, System Programming, Programming Principles, Software Development, Simulations, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, User Interface (UI), Data Structures, Debugging, Data Import/Export, File Management

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      173 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Google Cloud

      Put It All Together: Prepare for a Cloud Data Analyst Job

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Analytics, Google Cloud Platform, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Data Storytelling, Professional Development, Data Presentation, Problem Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Peking University

      Chinese Characters for beginner (2) 汉字(2)

      Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Literacy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      193 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Back-End Development with .NET: Microsoft
    • Automating Image Processing: MathWorks
    • Modelos predictivos con aprendizaje automático: Universidad de los Andes
    • Practical Data Science for Data Analysts: Corporate Finance Institute
    • Essentials for English Speeches and Presentations 英语演讲与演示: Peking University
    • Essential Causal Inference Techniques for Data Science: Coursera Project Network
    • Réseaux neuronaux et Deep Learning: DeepLearning.AI
    • Symmetric Cryptography: University of Colorado System
    • William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night: Comedy, Conflict, and Community: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Interacting with the System and Managing Memory: Duke University

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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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