Sure, here’s a revised version formatted as a blog post:
<div>
<p>
<img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-87923 size-full" src="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_banner.png" alt="Linguistics Banner" width="1024" height="512" srcset="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_banner.png 1024w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_banner-300x150.png 300w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_banner-768x384.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"/>
</p>
<p>
Growing up in Australia, where English is the dominant language, I’ve rarely needed to venture into the intricate world of other languages. However, my fascination with the global tapestry of languages and their phonetic intricacies led me to explore various courses in linguistics. Several years ago, I enjoyed an introductory course from the Best Courses Guide (BCG), which rekindled my interest in the field.
</p>
<p>
For anyone curious about linguistics, I've curated a list of top online linguistics courses just for you. Whether you’re pressed for time and need a concise course or looking for more comprehensive content, there's something here for everyone. The selection is based on reviews from Class Central and major course providers and spans over 300 courses. Included are not just courses but also rich resources like video tutorials and websites for mastering the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). If you wish to embark on a journey to learn a new language, you may also find our guide on Free University Courses to Learn a New Language helpful.
</p>
<p>
These enriching courses are offered by esteemed universities and educators from across the globe.
</p>
<p>Explore more with these shortcuts:</p>
<h2 id="picks">Our Top Selections</h2>
<h2 id="stats">Key Statistics</h2>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">All except one course are free or offer free auditing</li>
<li aria-level="1">Three courses provide certificates of completion</li>
<li aria-level="1">These courses have amassed over 220,000 enrollments and 2 million views on YouTube</li>
<li aria-level="1">9,800 individuals are actively following the Linguistics subject on Class Central.</li>
</ul>
<figure id="attachment_87924" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-87924" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption alignnone">
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-87924 size-full" src="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_leiden.png" alt="" width="1024" height="512" srcset="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_leiden.png 1024w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_leiden-300x150.png 300w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_leiden-768x384.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"/>
<figcaption id="caption-attachment-87924" class="wp-caption-text">Instructor Marc van Oostendorp</figcaption>
</figure>
<p>
<strong>Miracles of Human Language: An Introduction to Linguistics</strong> has earned a spot among the Best Online Courses of All Time on Class Central. This course delves deep into language's pivotal role in our minds while intertwining insights from psychology, computer science, and anthropology. Aspiring linguists will gain analytical prowess as the course progresses.
</p>
<p>
The curriculum explores the universal use of languages and their intricate worldwide diversity. You’ll engage with key linguistic principles and examine both the differences and parallels among global languages. Interviews with famous linguists and native speakers further enrich the learning experience.
</p>
<blockquote>
<p>“This class was fantastic!!! I learned so much about linguistics that I didn’t know and it was presented in a collegial, non-threatening manner. Very enjoyable!…” – Anonymous</p>
</blockquote>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Provider</td>
<td>Coursera</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>University</td>
<td>Leiden University</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Instructor</td>
<td>Marc van Oostendorp</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Time Commitment</td>
<td>23 hours</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Enrollment</td>
<td>207K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rating</td>
<td>4.6/5.0 (105)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cost</td>
<td>Free audit</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Quizzes/Assessment Items</td>
<td>Free</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Certificate</td>
<td>Paid</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figure id="attachment_87925" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-87925" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption alignnone">
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-87925 size-full" src="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_groningen.png" alt="" width="1024" height="512" srcset="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_groningen.png 1024w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_groningen-300x150.png 300w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_groningen-768x384.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"/>
<figcaption id="caption-attachment-87925" class="wp-caption-text">Instructor Nanna Hilton</figcaption>
</figure>
<p>
<strong>Multilingual Practices: Tackling Challenges and Creating Opportunities</strong> is perfect for anyone interested in multilingualism or considering raising a multilingual child. Whether you're a linguistics student, teacher, policymaker, or living in a multilingual environment, this course offers invaluable insights. It’s also listed among Class Central’s Best Online Courses of All Time. You'll explore important aspects of societal and personal multilingualism, recognize challenges, assess the advantages of multilingualism, and evaluate language policies and practices.
</p>
<blockquote>
<p>“Excellent course from a great university, I have taken it twice…” – Halimo Fahimo</p>
</blockquote>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Provider</td>
<td>FutureLearn</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>University</td>
<td>University of Groningen</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Instructor</td>
<td>Nanna H Hilton and Joana Duarte</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Time Commitment</td>
<td>12 hours</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Enrollment</td>
<td>12.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rating</td>
<td>4.8/5.0 (23)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cost</td>
<td>Free audit</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Certificate</td>
<td>Paid</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figure id="attachment_87926" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-87926" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption alignnone">
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-87926 size-full" src="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_crashcourse.png" alt="" width="1024" height="512" srcset="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_crashcourse.png 1024w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_crashcourse-300x150.png 300w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_crashcourse-768x384.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"/>
<figcaption id="caption-attachment-87926" class="wp-caption-text">Instructor Taylor Behnke</figcaption>
</figure>
<p>
<strong>Linguistics by CrashCourse</strong> offers over a million views and continues to captivate learners worldwide with its lively educational series. This course leans on a college-level foundation, showcasing how linguists investigate language structure and social contexts. From phonetics and morphology to pragmatics, you’ll uncover how language is analyzed and understood globally. Additionally, the course provides an introduction to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA).
</p>
<blockquote>
<p>“This is one of the best courses that I have ever attended online. It is highly beneficial for students and teachers alike.” – Riaz Laghari</p>
</blockquote>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Provider</td>
<td>YouTube</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Institution</td>
<td>CrashCourse</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Instructor</td>
<td>Taylor Behnke</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Time Commitment</td>
<td>3-4 hours</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Views</td>
<td>1.3M</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rating</td>
<td>4.4/5.0 (9)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cost</td>
<td>Free</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Quizzes/Assessment Items</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Certificate</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figure id="attachment_87927" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-87927" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption alignnone">
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-87927 size-full" src="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_ted.png" alt="" width="1024" height="512" srcset="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_ted.png 1024w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_ted-300x150.png 300w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_ted-768x384.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"/>
<figcaption id="caption-attachment-87927" class="wp-caption-text">English words originate from numerous languages</figcaption>
</figure>
<p>
<strong>Playing With Language</strong> offers an intriguing exploration of the English language and its multifaceted connections with other languages. You’ll delve into the evolution of languages and even explore fictional tongues like Elvish and Klingon. This course also teaches you how to decode mysterious languages and understand language relationships.
</p>
<blockquote>
<p>“Super interesting! I found out many curiosities about language that I do not know if I could learn in any other place or course.” – Lídia</p>
</blockquote>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Provider</td>
<td>YouTube</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Institution</td>
<td>TED-Ed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Time Commitment</td>
<td>2-3 hours</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Views</td>
<td>658K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Likes</td>
<td>28K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cost</td>
<td>Free</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Certificate</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-87930 size-full" src="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_naples.png" alt="" width="1024" height="512" srcset="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_naples.png 1024w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_naples-300x150.png 300w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_naples-768x384.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"/>
</p>
<p>
<strong>Dialetti in Italia</strong> is an Italian course that provides comprehensive insights into the diverse dialects within Italy. Through theoretical and practical perspectives, learners explore the historical evolution and connections between dialects and the Italian language. This course doesn't teach specific dialect rules or speaking skills but emphasizes understanding the framework of Italian linguistics.
</p>
<blockquote>
<p>“Un corso fatto molto bene, con esempi pratici…” (A very well done course, with practical examples…) – Anonymous</p>
</blockquote>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Provider</td>
<td>edX</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>University</td>
<td>University of Naples Federico II</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Instructor</td>
<td>Nicola De Blasi, Chiara De Caprio, and Francesco Montuori</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Time Commitment</td>
<td>24-36 hours</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Class Central Rating</td>
<td>5.0/5.0 (6)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cost</td>
<td>Free audit</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Certificate</td>
<td>Paid</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figure id="attachment_92915" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-92915" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption alignnone">
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-92915 size-full" src="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_the_great_courses_plus.png" alt="" width="1024" height="512" srcset="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_the_great_courses_plus.png 1024w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_the_great_courses_plus-300x150.png 300w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_linguistics_the_great_courses_plus-768x384.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"/>
<figcaption id="caption-attachment-92915" class="wp-caption-text">Course info page</figcaption>
</figure>
<p>
<strong>The Story of Human Language</strong> invites you on a journey through the history of over 150,000 years of human communication. With an estimated 7,000 languages spoken today, this course covers language evolution, language families, and even delves into artificial languages.
</p>
<p>
Dive deeper into language history with <em>Language Families of the World</em>, another intriguing course by John McWhorter featured on The Great Courses Plus.
</p>
<blockquote>
<p>“…Dr. McWhorter’s presentation is not the dull, dusty stuff of the classroom. It is very much like listening to a very knowledgeable and well-traveled friend with a vast store of knowledge and a quick, sometimes subtle wit…” – WestWatcher, The Great Courses Plus learner</p>
</blockquote>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Provider</td>
<td>The Great Courses Plus</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Instructor</td>
<td>John McWhorter</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Time Commitment</td>
<td>18 hours</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rating</td>
<td>4.7/5.0 (263)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cost</td>
<td>Paid</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Quizzes/Assessment Items</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Certificate</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 id="ipa">International Phonetic Alphabet Tutorials and Resources</h2>
<p>
Special thanks to Elham for recommending a variety of resources to help learners master the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA).
</p>
<h2 id="trust">Why You Can Trust Our Recommendations</h2>
<p>
As a leading search engine for online courses, Class Central has assisted over 80 million learners in finding their next educational endeavor. With over a decade of experience in meticulously reviewing online courses, we’ve curated a catalog of 250,000 courses accompanied by 250,000 reviews from our dedicated community. Our team boasts hands-on experience with online learning, having completed over 400 courses, including several online degrees.
</p>
<p>
Personally, I've completed over 200 courses, covering diverse topics including linguistics.
</p>
<h2 id="tested">Our Methodology in Selecting These Courses</h2>
<p>
The vast array of courses available can often feel overwhelming to learners. Here's the process I employed to ensure these choices stand out as top-tier.
</p>
<p>
My first step was to dive into the Class Central catalog to identify free, open-access courses, some of which also offer certificates. You don’t need to enroll at a university to delve into linguistics.
</p>
<p>
By extracting insights from course syllabi, user reviews, and leveraging Class Central’s comprehensive database, I compiled ratings, views, and enrollment numbers to shortlist these recommendations. I previewed course videos for unfamiliar courses and established criteria to ensure a balanced perspective across various subfields of linguistics.
</p>
<p>
Ultimately, combining data with intuitive judgment, these courses emerged as reliable options for anyone keen on exploring the vibrant world of linguistics.
</p>
<p>
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-87893" src="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_sherfox.jpg" alt="Best Courses Guides. Start Learning, Stop Procrastinating." width="1200" height="600" srcset="https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_sherfox.jpg 1200w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_sherfox-300x150.jpg 300w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_sherfox-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https://www.classcentral.com/report/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bcg_sherfox-768x384.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px"/>
</p>
</div>This revised blog content maintains the essential details you provided while presenting an informative, engaging, and unique format using HTML.
