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    Improve academic English skills for research, writing, and presentations. Enhance your proficiency for academic success.

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    • A

      Arizona State University

      Teach English Now! Teaching Language Online

      Skills you'll gain: Grammar, English Language, Education Software and Technology, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Requirements Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      684 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      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

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      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, Professional Networking, Bash (Scripting Language), Operating Systems, Security Controls, Stakeholder Communications, Debugging, Interviewing Skills, Python Programming

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      52K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      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, Professional Networking, Backlogs, Agile Software Development, Quality Assessment, Team Management, Project Documentation, Agile Methodology, Communication Planning, Change Management, Milestones (Project Management), Interviewing Skills

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      129K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      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, Professional Networking, Online Advertising, A/B Testing, Social Media Campaigns, E-Commerce, Customer Retention, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Relationship Management, Campaign Management, Interviewing Skills

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      40K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      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
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      934 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Status: AI skills
      AI skills
      I

      IBM

      IBM Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Apache Airflow, Web Scraping, Linux Commands, Database Design, SQL, IBM Cognos Analytics, MySQL, Apache Spark, Data Pipelines, Apache Kafka, Database Management, Bash (Scripting Language), Data Store, Jupyter, Generative AI, Professional Networking

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      59K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Status: AI skills
      AI skills
      I

      IBM

      IBM Data Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Plotly, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Generative AI, SQL, Interactive Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Big Data, Matplotlib, Statistical Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), IBM Cognos Analytics, Excel Formulas, Professional Networking

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      92K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      IBM Generative AI Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Predictive Modeling, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Keras (Neural Network Library), Supervised Learning, Flask (Web Framework), Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Wrangling, Unit Testing, ChatGPT, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, OpenAI, Natural Language Processing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      87K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Python for Everybody

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Processing, Relational Databases, JSON, Database Design, SQL, Network Protocols, Databases, Web Services, Restful API, Data Modeling, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Data Collection, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Scripting Languages, Data Import/Export

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      278K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Status: AI skills
      AI skills
      I

      IBM

      IBM Full Stack Software Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Istio, Software Development Life Cycle, Node.JS, HTML and CSS, Kubernetes, Cloud Computing Architecture, Server Side, Application Deployment, React Redux, Cloud Services, Software Architecture, Django (Web Framework), Development Environment, Git (Version Control System), Flask (Web Framework), Full-Stack Web Development, Cloud Computing, Jupyter, Interviewing Skills

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      55K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D
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      Multiple educators

      Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Jupyter, Data Ethics, Decision Tree Learning, Tensorflow, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Intelligence, NumPy, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Feature Engineering

      Build toward a degree

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      34K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Teach English Now! Teaching Language Online: Arizona State University
    • Learn English: Beginning Grammar: University of California, Irvine
    • Google Cybersecurity: Google
    • Google Project Management:: Google
    • Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce: Google
    • Learn English: Tsinghua University
    • IBM Data Engineering: IBM
    • IBM Data Analyst: IBM
    • IBM Generative AI Engineering: IBM
    • Python for Everybody: University of Michigan

    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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