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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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    106 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    AI Business School

    Introduction to AI for marketing professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Business Risk Management, Marketing, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, MarTech, Digital Transformation, Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Knowledge Accelerators

    Customer Service Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Problem Solving, Customer Support, Greeting Customers, Help Desk Support, Customer and Client Support, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Technical Support and Services, Customer Relationship Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Customer Complaint Resolution, Empathy, Customer Engagement, Customer experience improvement, Process Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    AI Business School

    Introduction to AI for management professionals

    Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Operations Management, Business Transformation, Automation, Digital Transformation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Computer Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Computer Systems, Data Security, Risk Management, System Design and Implementation, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Software Development Methodologies, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Productivity, Safety and Security, Process Design

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    273 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Understanding Data: Navigating Statistics, Science, and AI

    Skills you'll gain: Histogram, Generative AI, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Scientific Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Data Storytelling, Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Experimentation, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Research Design, Responsible AI, Statistical Visualization, Research, Artificial Intelligence

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    41 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Essential English for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Styles, Discussion Facilitation, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Learning Strategies, Time Management, Communication, Writing, Personal Integrity, Organizational Skills, Active Listening, Literacy, Higher Education, Research, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Student Engagement, Grammar, Editing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Teaching Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Peer Review, Editing, Student-Centred Learning, Teaching, Writing, Syllabus Development, Student Engagement, Writing and Editing, Instructional Strategies, Literacy, Developing Training Materials, Storytelling, Empowerment, Differentiated Instruction, Course Development, Mentorship, Language Competency, Creativity, Critical Thinking

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    IELTS Reading Section Skills Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Quick Learning, Time Management, Learning Strategies, Literacy, Vocabulary, English Language

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    484 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Digital Literacy: Introduction to Mobile Phone Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Literacy, End User Training and Support, Productivity, Empowerment, Calendar Management, Telecommunications, Self Service Technologies, Personal Development, Digital Communications, Photography, Information Privacy, Global Positioning Systems, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana

    Reading and Comprehension of Text in English

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

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    الثقافة المالية | Financial Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Loans, Deposit Accounts, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Planning, Finance, Fraud detection, Banking Services, Budgeting, Financial Acumen, Financial Services, Banking, Expense Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Let’s Read! Learning Japanese through Science & Technology-1: The University of Tokyo
  • Introduction to AI for marketing professionals: AI Business School
  • Customer Service Fundamentals: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Introduction to AI for management professionals: AI Business School
  • Introduction to Computer Information Systems: University of California, Irvine
  • Understanding Data: Navigating Statistics, Science, and AI: University of Michigan
  • Essential English for University Success: University of California, Irvine
  • Teaching Writing: Johns Hopkins University
  • IELTS Reading Section Skills Mastery: University of California, Irvine
  • Digital Literacy: Introduction to Mobile Phone Basics: Coursera Instructor Network

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