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    The University of Tokyo

    Let’s Read! Learning Japanese through Science & Technology-1

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, Literacy, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Language Learning, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Emerging Technologies, Water Quality

    4.7
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    105 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Elements and Principles of Visual Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Graphic and Visual Design, Visual Design, Design, Media and Communications, Color Theory, Art History, Typography, Creativity, Psychology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    Learning Chinese : Start From Scratch (零到一學中文)

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Discussion Facilitation, Non-Verbal Communication, Oral Comprehension, English Language, Active Listening, Communication, Social Skills, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Student Engagement, Collaboration, Planning, Critical Thinking, Vocabulary

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Voxy

    English Language Skills A2-B1 CEFR: Low-Intermediate

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Goal Setting, Nutrition and Diet, Professional Development, Personal Development, Organizational Skills, English Language, Planning, Technical Communication, Product Knowledge, Productivity, Language Learning, Interpersonal Communications, Media and Communications, Customer Service, Language Competency, Retail Sales, Health And Wellness Coaching, Calendar Management, Vocabulary

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Washington

    Business English: Meetings

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Taking Meeting Minutes, Business Correspondence, Meeting Facilitation, Setting Appointments, Management Reporting, Business Reporting, Writing, Oral Expression, Business Communication, English Language, Office Procedures, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Comprehension, Telephone Skills, Vocabulary, Scheduling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University at Buffalo

    Electric Power Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Low Voltage, High Voltage, Sustainable Technologies, Emerging Technologies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Approaching Music Theory: Melodic Forms and Simple Harmony

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Classical Music, Music History, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, World Music

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    166 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Bilingual (Spanish/English), Spanish Language, Patient-centered Care, Medical Terminology, Language Competency, Dignity in Care, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Diagnostic Tests, Cultural Diversity, Grammar, Pharmaceutical Terminology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Business English: Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Business Writing, Peer Review, Business Communication, Public Speaking, Business Planning, Marketing, English Language, Business Marketing, Vocabulary, Grammar

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    189 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Vocabulary, Climate Change Adaptation, Learning Strategies, English Language, Environment, Sustainable Technologies, Scientific Methods, Materials science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Grammar

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Wine Tasting: Sensory Techniques for Wine Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Cultural Sensitivity, Analytical Skills, Detail Oriented, Verbal Communication Skills, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    528 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Let’s Read! Learning Japanese through Science & Technology-1: The University of Tokyo
  • Elements and Principles of Visual Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Learning Chinese : Start From Scratch (零到一學中文): National Taiwan University
  • Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening: University of California, Irvine
  • English Language Skills A2-B1 CEFR: Low-Intermediate: Voxy
  • Business English: Meetings: University of Washington
  • Electric Power Systems: University at Buffalo
  • Approaching Music Theory: Melodic Forms and Simple Harmony: California Institute of the Arts
  • Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings: Rice University
  • Business English: Capstone Project: University of Washington

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