online course — internet class
collocationB1IELTS 5+neutralcommon
A class or program of study that is taught over the internet, so you can learn from anywhere without going to a physical classroom.
Say it like a native
Textbook I enrolled in a course delivered via the internet.
Native I signed up for an online course.
'A course delivered via the internet' is clunky; 'an online course' is the standard term.
Pattern: take/do/enroll in an online course; online course on/about [subject]
In use
- I'm taking an online course in graphic design to improve my skills.study
- In my opinion, online courses are a great way to learn new skills because they offer flexibility and allow people to study at their own pace.IELTS speaking
Common mistake
✗ I'm doing a course on online.
✓ I'm doing an online course.
'An online course' (adjective) or 'a course online' — not 'on online'.
Common collocations
an online course— an online course, take, sign up for, free online course
Don't confuse it
An 'online course' is different from a 'traditional course', which is held in a classroom.