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    Creative writing courses can help you learn how to craft original stories, poems, and personal essays by exploring narrative techniques and expressive language.

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      Rice University

      English and Academic Preparation - Pre-Collegiate

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Critical Thinking, Learning Strategies, Active Listening, Literacy, English Language, Vocabulary, Verbal Communication Skills, Grammar, Language Learning, Research, Analytical Skills

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      556 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Adobe

      Adobe Content Creator

      Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Typography, Logo Design, Digital Design, Generative AI, Social Media, Graphic Design, Social Media Management, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Creative Design, Intellectual Property, Adobe Photoshop, Visual Design, Content Marketing, Prompt Engineering, Infographics, Content Strategy, Storytelling, Color Theory, Branding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Washington

      Dynamic Public Speaking

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Microsoft PowerPoint, Oral Expression, Communication, Storytelling, Motivational Skills, Constructive Feedback, Performing Arts, Concision, Drive Engagement, Communication Strategies, Target Audience, Writing, Non-Verbal Communication, Problem Solving, Composure, Instructional Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Discover the Art of Prompting

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Technical Writing, Content Creation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      960 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      Excel Skills for Data Analytics and Visualization

      Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Storytelling, Power BI, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Data Modeling, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Excel Macros, Infographics, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis Software, Data Validation, Data Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.9K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Washington

      Business English Communication Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Negotiation, Proposal Writing, Presentations, Sales Presentation, Persuasive Communication, Event Planning, Peer Review, Business Communication, Communication, Business Writing, Taking Meeting Minutes, Public Speaking, Business Planning, Microsoft PowerPoint, Meeting Facilitation, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Correspondence, Professional Networking, English Language

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Accelerate Your Job Search with AI

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Development, Generative AI, Personal Attributes, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Think Outside the Inbox: Email Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Campaign Management, Copywriting, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Personally Identifiable Information, Digital Marketing, Marketing Automation, Newsletters, HubSpot CRM, Marketing Analytics, Promotional Strategies, Data Ethics, Performance Analysis, A/B Testing, Customer Retention, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      论文写作初阶(Academic Writing and Research)

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Westlaw, Writing, Research, Research Methodologies, Journals, Writing and Editing, Databases

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Introductory C Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Programming Principles, Maintainability, Software Testing, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Algorithms, Pseudocode, Simulations, System Programming, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Software Development, Software Engineering, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, Development Environment, User Interface (UI), Problem Solving, Software Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Berklee

      The DIY Musician

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Musical Composition, Brand Awareness, Music Theory, Peer Review, Brand Strategy, Professional Networking, Branding, Active Listening, Music Performance, Production Planning, Team Leadership, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Campaign Management, Marketing, Business Planning, Instrumental Music, Social Media

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Resume and Cover Letter with Google Docs

      Skills you'll gain: Google Docs, Document Management, Google Workspace, File Management, Personal Attributes, Personal Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular creative writing courses

    • English and Academic Preparation - Pre-Collegiate: Rice University
    • Adobe Content Creator: Adobe
    • Dynamic Public Speaking: University of Washington
    • Discover the Art of Prompting: Google
    • Excel Skills for Data Analytics and Visualization: Macquarie University
    • Business English Communication Skills: University of Washington
    • Accelerate Your Job Search with AI: Google
    • Think Outside the Inbox: Email Marketing: Google
    • 论文写作初阶(Academic Writing and Research): Peking University
    • Introductory C Programming: Duke University

    Why Learn Creative Writing?

    Creative writing is the craft of expressing ideas, emotions, and stories through original works like fiction, poetry, and personal essays. It fosters imagination, strengthens communication skills, and helps writers connect with audiences in meaningful ways. Learning creative writing can open doors to artistic growth, storytelling careers, and new forms of self-expression.

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