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    • Khalifa University

      Arabic for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Language Competency, Culture, Vocabulary, Writing, Cultural Diversity, Grammar, Oral Expression, Literacy, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Rice University

      Medical Terminology I

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Orthopedics, Medical Records, Urology, Anatomy, Electronic Medical Record

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      658 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Lesson | Get Ready for the Interview

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Professionalism, Communication Strategies, Communication, Executive Presence, Self-Awareness

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      111 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Scrimba

      Build an AI-powered Translation App with OpenAI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript, Application Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Applications, OpenAI, Figma (Design Software)

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free

      University of Washington

      Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Navigate Tone, Formality, and Directness in Emails

      Skills you'll gain: Business Correspondence, Business Writing, Language Competency, Writing, Business Communication, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Vocabulary

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      222 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Google Cloud

      Translate Text with the Cloud Translation API

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud API, Google Cloud Platform, Application Programming Interface (API), Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Cloud Applications

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Università di Napoli Federico II

      English Upper Intermediate B2.1

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Competency, Intercultural Competence, Interpersonal Communications, Nutrition and Diet, Vocabulary, Culture, Trend Analysis, Environmental Issue, Grammar, Education and Training, Oral Comprehension, Social Justice

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • University of Rochester

      Introduction to Translational Science

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Health Systems, Health Care, Health Policy, Research, Laboratory Research, Public Health, Community Health, Research Methodologies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      119 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      Training and Practicing in English Public Speaking

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Active Listening, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Stress Management, Adaptability, Self-Awareness

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      281 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      University of Pennsylvania

      English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Vocabulary, Literacy, English Language, Language Learning, Scientific Methods, Environmental Science, Grammar, Emerging Technologies, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Peking University

      Chinese Characters for beginner 汉字

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

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      University of Toronto

      The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs

      Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Social Skills, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Needs Assessment, Cultural Diversity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Arabic for Beginners: Khalifa University
    • Medical Terminology I: Rice University
    • Lesson | Get Ready for the Interview: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Build an AI-powered Translation App with OpenAI: Scrimba
    • Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Navigate Tone, Formality, and Directness in Emails: University of Washington
    • Translate Text with the Cloud Translation API: Google Cloud
    • English Upper Intermediate B2.1: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Introduction to Translational Science: University of Rochester
    • Training and Practicing in English Public Speaking: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
    • English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics: University of Pennsylvania

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Translation

    Translation in its basic form refers to the human work or machine automation involved in changing the text of an original document, script, audio recording, or similar source from its original language into another language. Translation helps people understand the words, beliefs, and ideas of other language cultures.

    The automated translation of short words and phrases has become more prevalent through machine-based processes in recent years, though human translation of documents and texts is still used to denote the nuances and meanings behind sentences intended by the original writer.‎

    Learning professional translation can show you how to correctly analyze the quality and meaning of content, determine the content's narrative requirements while minimizing word choice risks, and help you to review translation work quality with a careful eye for accuracy. Translation is also important to learn in an intercultural context, as knowing the meanings of different cultures can be helpful for international managers.

    Translating content in different formats requires a different touch of handling the words and what they mean. For instance, a car auto manual might be translated differently than a romance novel from one language to another. The human expertise that is brought to these jobs can make a difference to the ultimate end reader.‎

    Becoming a translator for a company or a translation agency is one of the typical careers for someone interested in translation. Other translators work in hospitals, legal settings, event companies, international corporations, and travel companies. Some translators may work solo, setting up their own business. This allows a professional translator to work flexible work hours for a wide variety of clients.

    The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics notes that translation services is an in-demand industry, and is expected to grow some 20% over the next few years.‎

    Taking online courses in translation on Coursera can help you gain experience in professional translation, how translation works in regulated industries like health care, and an overall better understanding of the nature of linguistics, grammar, and thought processes. Using your translation skills can make the requirements of language and the focus on narrative and meaning clearer to you.‎

    Online Translation courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Translation skills. Choose from a wide range of Translation courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Translation, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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