Free Online Foreign Languages Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

Sungkyunkwan University - SKKU

A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Beginners Ⅰ (Coursera)

Languages & Literature

Discover the basics of the Korean language with 'A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Beginners I'. This introductory course is perfect for beginners looking to build foundational skills in speaking, reading, and writing Korean. Through practical dialogues and real-life scenarios, you'll learn essential vocabulary and grammar that will enable you to communicate effectively in everyday situations.

Aug 17th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Korea Korean Learning Languages

Coursera

University of London,UCL Institute of Education

Teaching EFL/ESL Reading: A Task Based Approach (Coursera)

Education Social Sciences

Discover the art of teaching ESL/EFL reading through a task-based approach, designed for educators looking to enhance their students' comprehension and communication skills. This course will equip you with innovative strategies and insights into creating effective learning tasks that foster genuine understanding and application of English reading materials in real-life contexts.

Aug 3rd 2026

5-12 Weeks

English Teaching Foreign Languages

Coursera

Peking University

More Chinese for Beginners (Coursera)

Languages & Literature

Embark on an enriching journey with 'More Chinese for Beginners' – a comprehensive online course tailored for those who have already started learning Mandarin. This course will expand your vocabulary in essential areas such as personal information, daily routines, food preferences, health concerns, and cultural expressions. You'll also hone your listening and speaking skills, making communication more fluent and confident. Discover the nuances of Chinese social cultures and take your language proficiency to new heights.

Aug 3rd 2026

5-12 Weeks

China Speech Chinese

Coursera

Peking University

Chinese for Beginners (Coursera)

Languages & Literature

Discover the fundamentals of Mandarin Chinese with our beginner-friendly online course. Perfect for travelers, students, or business professionals looking to engage in daily conversations in China. Learn phonetics, essential vocabulary, and expressions to communicate effectively about personal information, daily arrangements, food, prices, city introductions, hobbies, and weather.

Jul 29th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Languages China Chinese

FutureLearn

University of Groningen

Introduction to Dutch (FutureLearn)

Languages & Literature

Embark on a linguistic journey with our Introduction to Dutch course, designed for beginners eager to grasp essential conversational skills, vocabulary, and grammar. This free, three-week program is ideal for those new to the language, preparing to visit or work/study in the Netherlands. Learn at your own pace and gain confidence in speaking, writing, and understanding basic Dutch.

Self Paced

3 Weeks

Languages Dutch Netherlands

FutureLearn

The British Film Institute - BFI,INTO FILM

Short Film in Language Teaching (FutureLearn)

Education Art and Culture

Discover the transformative power of short films in language learning with our online course. Enhance your classroom experience by bringing new worlds into your lessons, making language acquisition more engaging and effective for learners of all levels.

Self Paced

3 Weeks

Learning Teaching Teaching Languages

FutureLearn

Lancaster University

Dyslexia and Foreign Language Teaching (FutureLearn)

Education Health & Society

Explore Dyslexia and Foreign Language Teaching, an online course designed for educators and parents who want to help dyslexic students succeed in learning additional languages. This course provides essential tools and techniques to create inclusive foreign language classrooms that cater to the unique needs of dyslexic learners.

Apr 17th 2023

4 Weeks

Teaching Dyslexia Foreign Languages

Coursera

Saint Petersburg State University

Russian Alphabet (Coursera)

Languages & Literature

Discover the secrets to learning the Russian alphabet with our comprehensive online course. Designed for beginners, this course will guide you through the Cyrillic script, helping you build a solid base for further language acquisition. Perfect for those interested in Russian culture or planning to travel to Russia.

Aug 1st 2022

4 Weeks

Russian Language Foreign Languages Russian for beginners А1. Русский язык: A1 Specialization

Coursera

Saint Petersburg State University

Test of Russian as a Foreign Language (TORFL/ТРКИ): B1 (Coursera)

Languages & Literature

Elevate your Russian skills to an advanced beginner level with this Coursera course designed for those who have achieved A2-B1 proficiency. The Test of Russian as a Foreign Language (TORFL) B1 certification is your next step towards fluency, enabling you to navigate various real-life situations in Russia and beyond.

Aug 1st 2022

5-12 Weeks

Reading Listening Grammar