Free Online Language Courses & MOOCs

FutureLearn

University of Groningen

Multilingual Practices: Tackling Challenges and Creating Opportunities (FutureLearn)

Languages & Literature

In today's interconnected world, mastering multilingual practices can give you an edge in your daily life and career. This course delves into the cognitive aspects, policy implications, and educational strategies of dealing with multiple languages. Learn how to leverage multilingualism for personal growth and professional success on FutureLearn's 'Multilingual Practices: Tackling Challenges and Creating Opportunities'.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Language Multilingual English Language

FutureLearn

University of Groningen,University Medical Center Groningen - UMCG

Language Testing During Awake Brain Surgery (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Languages & Literature

Dive into the fascinating world where medicine meets linguistics with our course on Language Testing During Awake Brain Surgery. Learn about the crucial process of assessing and preserving language function during delicate brain operations. Gain insights into the collaboration between surgical teams and neurolinguists to ensure patient safety and successful outcomes.

Self Paced

5-12 Weeks

Language Brain Surgery Language Testing

FutureLearn

University of Leeds

Introduction to Intercultural Studies: Language and Culture (FutureLearn)

Languages & Literature

Dive into the fascinating world of intercultural studies with our comprehensive online course. Discover how language and culture are intertwined, influencing each other in complex ways. Understand the role of language as a social construction and its impact on cultural identity. This course is perfect for anyone interested in communication, linguistics, anthropology, or global studies.

Self Paced

2 Weeks

Culture Language Intercultural Studies

FutureLearn

University of York

An Introduction to Sociolinguistics: Accents, Attitudes and Identity (FutureLearn)

Languages & Literature

Dive into the intriguing study of Sociolinguistics with our online course. Uncover the secrets behind accents, attitudes, and identities as you explore how language reflects and influences who we are socially and culturally. Gain insights from leading experts in the field and learn to appreciate the nuances of linguistic identity.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Language Personal Identity Cultural Identity

EdX

Technische Universität München - TUM,TUMx

Academic Writing Made Easy (edX)

Languages & Literature

Transform your academic writing skills with 'Academic Writing Made Easy'. This edX course breaks down the complexities of academic writing into manageable steps, helping you craft compelling and credible papers. Over six weeks, you'll learn essential techniques for structuring and organizing your work, while avoiding common pitfalls that can undermine your credibility.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Language English Writing

FutureLearn

University of Reading

Understanding Multilingual Children's Language Development (FutureLearn)

Education

Explore the advantages of a multilingual environment and discover effective strategies to enhance language development in young multilingual learners. This three-week course is ideal for educators, parents, and healthcare professionals seeking to improve their practice in supporting multilingual children.

Self Paced

3 Weeks

Language Multilingual Multilingual Learning

Indigenous Languages: From Policy and Planning to Implementation and Assessment (edX)

EdX

The University of British Columbia,UBCx

Indigenous Languages: From Policy and Planning to Implementation and Assessment (edX)

Languages & Literature

Embark on a transformative journey with 'Indigenous Languages: From Policy and Planning to Implementation and Assessment'. This course equips learners with essential skills and knowledge to effectively develop, implement, and assess language revitalization plans. Designed for educators, community leaders, and enthusiasts alike, this program explores the intricacies of indigenous language preservation and transmission across generations.

Self Paced

5-12 Weeks

Planning Language Assessment

FutureLearn

Lancaster University

Corpus Linguistics: Method, Analysis, Interpretation (FutureLearn)

Humanities Social Sciences

Embark on a journey into the world of language analysis with our practical introduction to Corpus Linguistics. This course is designed for researchers seeking to harness the potential of computer-assisted language study. Gain insights into building and querying corpora, essential tools for deep linguistic exploration.

Sep 16th 2024

5-12 Weeks

Language Social Sciences Linguistics

Coursera

Higher School of Economics - HSE University

Towards language universals through lexical semantics: introduction to lexical and semantic typology (Coursera)

Languages & Literature

Explore the fascinating world of linguistic universals with our 'Towards Language Universals Through Lexical Semantics' course. Delve into the intricate organization of the lexicon across different languages and understand how semantics shape language structure. This course will equip you with a deep understanding of lexical semantics, semantic typology, and the methodologies used to analyze these complex systems cross-linguistically.

Aug 8th 2022

5-12 Weeks

Language Semantics Linguistics