Online and Remote Learning

Learn where and when you want.

SCS is committed to making learning as accessible as possible both locally and across the globe. We are continuously expanding our list of over 540 online learning opportunities. From languages to accounting, we offer flexible learning opportunities.

Our online courses are instructor-led and delivered through the University of Toronto’s Learning Management Engine – Quercus. Quercus uses weekly, real time modules and has tools for engagement and community building. Course preparation has built in flexibility so you can read, study, and complete assignments on your own time.

You will communicate with your instructors via discussion boards and/or email. Some online courses include live, interactive webinars. If you’re unable to attend the live webinar, you will be able to view a recording of the webinar on your own schedule.

You may also want to investigate funding opportunities available to you on our Financial Assistance page. Your path to lifelong learning is more attainable than you think!

1008 - Chinese (Mandarin): Level II

Course
If you've completed Level I or have equivalent language skills, this course continues your introduction to spoken and written Modern Standard Chinese (Mandarin). Gain confidence speaking in practical, professional and classroom settings, learn more grammar and understand more about cultural etiquette. You'll feel more comfortable with numbers, measurements, specification, quantification, modification and prices. Handle more transactions, whether in restaurants or business meetings, and learn more about Chinese culture. Understand and use correct grammar, syntax and vocabulary in more complex everyday conversation. Learn more about the components of Chinese characters and their role in the characters' pronunciation and meaning.
Semesters:
  • Fall - 24
  • Spring/Summer - 24
Delivery Methods:
  • ON-LINE

1011 - Chinese (Mandarin): Level IV

Course
If you've completed 1566 Chinese (Mandarin): Level III or have equivalent speaking and writing skills, this course continues your development. You can already describe simple events in the past, present and future. By this course's end, you'll be able to tell fuller stories, give richer explanations and descriptions and express personal opinions.  The course will also explore aspects of Chinese culture to give you a deeper appreciation of the language's social context. Express more complex original thought using an expanded vocabulary. Adhere to social and cultural etiquette in spoken and basic written communications. Recognize and write more complex characters.
Semesters:
  • Spring/Summer - 24
Delivery Methods:
  • ON-LINE

1016 - Italian: Level II

Course
If you've completed 0588 Italian: Level I or have equivalent grammar and conversation skills, this course will build on that foundation. Through role-playing, simulations and other exercises you'll continue to build your essential vocabulary and your knowledge of structures, idioms and cultural etiquette. You'll be better able to take part in social events and discussions, asking and answering simple questions about immediate needs and familiar topics. You'll also develop language skills to enrich your travel or culinary studies. Understand and use appropriate grammar, syntax and vocabulary in simple everyday conversation.
Semesters:
  • Fall - 24
  • Spring/Summer - 24
Delivery Methods:
  • ON-LINE

1017 - Italian: Level III

Course
If you've completed 1016 Italian: Level II or have equivalent skills, this course will strengthen your foundation in grammar and conversation. You'll build your essential vocabulary and your knowledge of structures, idioms and cultural etiquette. Through role-playing and other exercises, learn how to handle short social exchanges, discuss your work and shop. You'll develop language skills to enrich travel in Italy, culinary studies, opera and other cultural appreciation. Use appropriate grammar, syntax and vocabulary in everyday situations. Adhere to the social and cultural etiquette of the language.
Semesters:
  • Fall - 24
  • Spring/Summer - 24
Delivery Methods:
  • ON-LINE

1020 - Turkish: Level III

Course
This intermediate Level III course is designed for those who have completed Turkish: Level I and Turkish: Level II or have equivalent language skills. You'll learn how to express yourself at a more complex and subtle level, continuing to understand more difficult grammatical structures and idiomatic expressions. With instructor assistance, participate in role-playing. By this course's end, you will be able to relate simple stories and discuss past and future events. Express original thought in Turkish using an expanded vocabulary while adhering to social and cultural etiquette in communications.
Semesters:
  • Spring/Summer - 24
Delivery Methods:
  • ON-LINE

1024 - Chinese (Cantonese): Level III

Course
When you've completed Levels I and II, Level III will expand your vocabulary and grasp of nuance so you can express what's on your mind more accurately. By this course's end, you'll be able to handle short social exchanges, discuss your work and shop. While the course emphasis is on oral Cantonese, you'll gain a deeper appreciation of Chinese culture and expand your skill in writing Chinese characters. Express original thoughts using an expanded vocabulary. Understand social and cultural etiquette better in simple spoken and written communications. Expand basic writing skills.
Semesters:
  • Spring/Summer - 24
Delivery Methods:
  • ON-LINE

1120 - Speaking Professionally

Course
Improve your professional speaking skills – and your chances of success in the workplace – with this 10-week course. You’ll develop and practise business presentation skills so you can contribute more at meetings, conferences, networking sessions and other corporate events. You’ll build greater confidence through individual work, group interaction and feedback from your peers and instructor. You’ll learn to express yourself more clearly and concisely whether speaking in impromptu situations or making well-planned presentations. Expect about three hours of homework a week. Speak with increased confidence in all professional settings. Participate more in business meetings and other events. Draw notice with more effective presentations. Build confidence, networking abilities and business relationships. Express yourself more clearly and concisely.
Semesters:
  • Fall - 24
  • Spring/Summer - 24
Delivery Methods:
  • IN-CLASS
  • ON-LINE
Locations:
  • St. George Campus

1121 - Speaking Accurately

Course
Build your language skills at work, home and elsewhere with this 10-week course. You’ll learn to speak English more accurately and eliminate common errors that obstruct even the best ideas. You’ll adopt and refine strategies that help you express yourself more clearly in personal and professional situations. You’ll take part in group discussions, make brief presentations and get valuable feedback from your peers and instructor. You’ll also review sentence-level grammar structures that present problems for both native and non-native speakers. Communicate more clearly in personal and professional situations. Reduce common grammatical errors that obstruct understanding. Probe your strengths and weaknesses so you know what needs improvement. Apply specific strategies to monitor, correct and improve your spoken English. Understand verb tenses, conditional structures, the function of questions, and other grammatical structures.
Semesters:
  • Fall - 24
  • Spring/Summer - 24
Delivery Methods:
  • IN-CLASS
  • ON-LINE
Locations:
  • St. George Campus

1129 - Translation: Japanese Level II

Course
To work as an English-Japanese translator, you must be able to render complex ideas from the fields of law, commerce and literature. This livestream course will build your qualifications and skills. You'll learn to critically analyze and accurately translate documents, and get feedback on your written translations.  All materials are provided in PDF format and you communicate with your instructor by email. Handle common yet difficult translations. Avoid anglicisms and awkward syntax. Translate subtle and nuanced thoughts in written form. Make complex business material accessible.
Semesters:
  • Fall - 24
  • Spring/Summer - 24
Delivery Methods:
  • ON-LINE

1130 - Translation: Japanese Level III

Course
This Level III livestream course continues to build your qualifications and skills as an English-Japanese translator. It will increase your skills in critical analysis and accurate translation of complex text. You've already learned to translate legal, commercial and literary concepts. All materials are provided in PDF format and you communicate with your instructor by email and share at least three webinars with the whole class.  Handle common yet difficult translations. Tackle common yet difficult language structures while avoiding anglicisms and awkward syntax. Translate subtle and nuanced thoughts into written form. Make complex business material accessible.
Semesters:
  • Fall - 24
  • Spring/Summer - 24
Delivery Methods:
  • ON-LINE

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