About this course
Speak Like a Native is a self-paced online course from Kerr University with 7 modules, 70 lessons and 35 quiz questions. Master 70 modern American idioms, slang, and expressions used every day — from the office to social media. Seven short, fun modules. Learn, take a quick quiz, and earn your certificate. Speak Like a Native is free. You can take it as a guest, and it is also included with any 1-on-1 subscription.
Who it’s for
- Non-native speakers who want to sound natural in everyday American English
- Professionals who want to understand idioms in meetings and small talk
- Learners who want a free, fun first course
What you’ll learn
- Module 1: Everyday Conversation. The casual expressions Americans use constantly — for greetings, plans, and small talk.
10 lessons: What's up?; No worries; For sure; My bad; Hang out; Grab a bite; Catch up; Touch base; Give me a sec; Sounds good. 5-question quiz. - Module 2: Work & Office Talk. The everyday business slang you'll hear in meetings, emails, and on Slack.
10 lessons: Circle back; On the same page; Ballpark; Low-hanging fruit; Move the needle; Swamped; In the loop; Game changer; Ping me; Wrap up. 5-question quiz. - Module 3: Social Media & Texting. Modern slang from texting and social media (2000s–2026). Fun to know — and everywhere online.
10 lessons: No cap; Spill the tea; Ghosting; Lowkey / Highkey; It's giving…; Slay; Vibe; Flex; Salty; Bet. 5-question quiz. - Module 4: Feelings & Reactions. How Americans express emotions — from thrilled to stressed — in natural, everyday language.
10 lessons: Over the moon; Freaking out; Stressed out; Chill; Hyped; Bummed; Shook; Fed up; Pumped; Living my best life. 5-question quiz. - Module 5: Money & Daily Life. Talk about money, shopping, and daily life the way native speakers actually do.
10 lessons: Broke; Splurge; Rip-off; Worth it; On a budget; Make bank; A steal; Tighten the belt; Chip in; Ballin'. 5-question quiz. - Module 6: People & Relationships. Describe people and connections naturally — friends, colleagues, and everyone in between.
10 lessons: Hit it off; Have someone's back; Third wheel; Down to earth; Two-faced; Bestie; Vibe with; On good terms; Rub someone the wrong way; Squad. 5-question quiz. - Module 7: Sounding Natural. The little connectors, softeners, and fillers that make your English flow like a native's.
10 lessons: To be honest…; At the end of the day; Long story short; Kind of / sort of; I mean…; No big deal; You know?; Give or take; Come to think of it; Either way. 5-question quiz.
Format and length
- 7 modules, 70 lessons and 35 quiz questions
- About 20 minutes of reading and quizzes in total, at your own pace
- Self-paced and online, so you can start anytime
- Answers are shown as you go, with unlimited retries; pass each module quiz with 60% or more
- A personalized Kerr University™ Certificate of Completion, signed by Digby R. Kerr, ready to print or save as a PDF
Price
Speak Like a Native is free. You can take it as a guest, and it is also included with any 1-on-1 subscription.
Instructor
Digby R. Kerr is the founder of Kerr University, a Wharton-educated executive with about 35 years in business, and the author of 16 published books. Kerr University is based in Brooklyn, New York. Want live help? Book a free 30-minute intro class.
Your Learning Path
Tap a module to open it. Read the expressions, then take the quick quiz. Answers are shown as you go — you can retry as many times as you like. Finish all seven to unlock your certificate. 🎉
Your Certificate Is Almost Here
Complete all 7 modules to unlock your personalized Kerr University™ Certificate of Completion.
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Certificate of Completion
Frequently asked questions
How much does Speak Like a Native cost?
Speak Like a Native is free. You can take it as a guest, and it is also included with any 1-on-1 subscription.
How does the course work?
Speak Like a Native is a self-paced online course with 7 modules. Read each lesson, then take the short quiz. Answers are shown as you go, and you can retry as many times as you like.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. Finish all 7 modules to unlock your personalized Kerr University™ Certificate of Completion, signed by founder Digby R. Kerr. You can print it or save it as a PDF.
Can I get live 1-on-1 help?
Yes. Book a free 30-minute intro class with Digby R. Kerr. 1-on-1 coaching or mentoring is $125/month, and active subscribers get every course included.