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    • U

      Università di Napoli Federico II

      English Lower Intermediate B1.1

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

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      187 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New AI skills
      New AI skills
      G

      Google

      Google Project Management:

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Scoping, Project Closure, Project Management, Project Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Agile Project Management, Project Controls, Backlogs, Quality Assessment, Team Management, Project Documentation, Agile Methodology, Communication Planning, Project Schedules, Change Management, Milestones (Project Management), Organizational Structure, Data Storytelling

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      128K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Learn English: Beginning Grammar

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

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      4.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      Tsinghua University

      Learn English

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Learning Strategies, Culture, Stress Management, Liberal Arts, English Language, Social Sciences, Literacy, Language Learning, Economics, Interpersonal Communications, Psychology, Writing, Research, Business Management, Grammar, Higher Education, Oral Comprehension

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      929 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Stanford University

      Writing in the Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Peer Review, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Writing, Scientific Methods, Journals, Editing, Research, Media and Communications, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      9.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New AI skills
      New AI skills
      G

      Google

      Google Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Network Security, Threat Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Hardening, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Network Architecture, Bash (Scripting Language), Operating Systems, Security Controls, Debugging, Python Programming

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      51K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New AI skills
      New AI skills
      G

      Google

      Google Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Rmarkdown, Interactive Data Visualization, Interviewing Skills, Data Cleansing, Data Validation, Ggplot2, Tableau Software, Presentations, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Stakeholder Communications, Dashboard, Sampling (Statistics), R Programming

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      168K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New AI skills
      New AI skills
      G

      Google

      Google UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Wireframing, Responsive Web Design, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, User Research, UI/UX Research, Information Architecture, Figma (Design Software), Usability Testing, User Story, Web Design, Design Reviews, Usability, Presentations, User Experience, Design Research, Ideation, User Centered Design, Mockups

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      90K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New AI skills
      New AI skills
      G

      Google

      Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Media Planning, Search Engine Marketing, Email Marketing, Data Storytelling, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Order Fulfillment, Google Ads, Online Advertising, A/B Testing, Social Media Campaigns, Target Audience, Digital Marketing, E-Commerce, Loyalty Programs, Customer Retention, Customer experience strategy (CX), Campaign Management

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      39K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • T

      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Business English for Non-Native Speakers

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Sales Presentation, Business Correspondence, Interviewing Skills, Business Communication, Business Ethics, Data Visualization, English Language, Oral Expression, Presentations, Target Audience, Report Writing, Writing, Business Analysis, Analysis, Communication, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Intercultural Competence, Public Speaking

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      Università di Napoli Federico II

      English Intermediate B1

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Data Visualization, Communication, Vocabulary, Report Writing, Language Competency, Education and Training, Literacy, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Language Learning, Interpersonal Communications, Environmental Issue

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      342 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • G

      Google

      Google IT Automation with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Cloud Services, Debugging, Puppet (Configuration Management Tool), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Bash (Scripting Language), Configuration Management, CI/CD, Cloud Computing, Technical Communication, Docker (Software), Development Testing, Scripting, Network Troubleshooting, Web Services, Restful API, Python Programming, Programming Principles

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      48K reviews

      Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular academic english courses

    • English Lower Intermediate B1.1: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Google Project Management:: Google
    • Learn English: Beginning Grammar: University of California, Irvine
    • Learn English: Tsinghua University
    • Writing in the Sciences: Stanford University
    • Google Cybersecurity: Google
    • Google Data Analytics: Google
    • Google UX Design: Google
    • Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce: Google
    • Business English for Non-Native Speakers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Frequently Asked Questions about Academic English

    Academic English courses on Coursera focus on essential skills for engaging in academic settings:

    • Advanced grammar and vocabulary specific to academic contexts.
    • Skills for writing clear and structured academic essays, papers, and reports.
    • Techniques for effective academic reading and text analysis.
    • Development of listening skills for comprehending lectures and presentations.
    • Speaking skills for participating in seminars and making presentations.
    • Strategies for researching and citing sources accurately. ‎

    Coursera's Academic English courses are designed for learners who already have a basic understanding of English:

    • Beginners with a general knowledge of English can start with introductory courses focusing on the fundamentals of academic language.
    • Intermediate learners can improve their reading, writing, and speaking skills for academic purposes.
    • Advanced learners can polish their proficiency for professional or academic environments, such as preparing for university studies or professional presentations.

    These courses are structured to progressively enhance your command of Academic English, preparing you for success in academic and professional settings. ‎

    Participants in Academic English courses can earn several types of credentials:

    • Certificates of completion to showcase your improved skills on your resume or LinkedIn profile.
    • Professional certificates that demonstrate your ability to handle complex academic communication tasks.
    • Specializations or microcredentials that provide in-depth knowledge and skills in specific areas of Academic English.

    These credentials can support your academic goals, such as applying to universities or enhancing your professional qualifications in English-speaking environments. ‎

    Mastering Academic English can significantly improve your prospects in educational and professional fields:

    • Academic roles requiring high-level English proficiency, including teaching, research, and administration.
    • Positions in multinational corporations where communication in English is essential.
    • Careers in publishing, editing, and media that demand precise and effective use of language.
    • Opportunities in non-governmental organizations and international agencies where English serves as a working language.
    • Professional translator or interpreter for academic and scholarly work.

    Skills in Academic English are crucial for advancing in any field that values clear, precise, and effective communication. ‎

    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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