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Writing courses can help you learn narrative structure, character development, persuasive techniques, and editing skills. You can build abilities in crafting compelling arguments, developing unique voices, and refining your style through feedback. Many courses introduce tools like Grammarly for grammar checks, Scrivener for organizing drafts, and various writing software that aid in the creative process, enhancing your overall writing proficiency.


Popular Writing Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Use WordPress to Create a Blog for your Business

    Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Blogs, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Editing, Business Writing, Content Creation, User Accounts, E-Commerce, Content Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Storying the Self for Leadership and Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Active Listening, Empathy, Social Skills, Relationship Building, Creativity, Oral Expression, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Social Sciences, Communication

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    The University of Edinburgh

    How to Create Video for Online Courses

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Videography, Post-Production, Video Editing, Course Development, Storyboarding, Media Production, Cinematography, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Developing Training Materials, Content Creation, Storytelling, Editing, Writing, Creativity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    236 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Virtual Machines, Package and Software Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    526 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado System

    Requirements Engineering: Secure Software Specifications

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Software Design Documents, Requirements Analysis, Security Requirements Analysis, Mockups, Interviewing Skills, User Requirements Documents, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Storyboarding, Requirements Management, Functional Requirement, Goal Setting, Software Development Methodologies, Software Documentation, Diagram Design, Agile Methodology, Business Requirements, Unified Modeling Language, Risk Management Framework, System Requirements

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    854 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    M

    Michigan State University

    Getting Your Film off the Ground

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Grant Writing, Fundraising, Digital Media Strategy, Proposal Writing, Campaign Management, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Brand Marketing, Content Strategy, Content Creation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    57 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    U

    Universitat de Barcelona

    A Voice of Their Own. Women's Spirituality in the Middle Ages.

    Skills you'll gain: European History, Writing, Music History, Cultural Diversity

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    111 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Assimilating into Your New Job

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Onboarding, Relationship Building, Planning, Team Oriented, Goal Setting, Expectation Management, Smart Goals, Professionalism, Intercultural Competence, Adaptability, Communication, Business Writing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    61 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Preview
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    C

    Coursera

    YouTube Content Creation Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Video Editing, Storyboarding, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Media Production, Photo Editing, Storytelling, Content Creation, Editing, Writing, Scripting, Social Media Content, Social Media

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    L

    Lund University

    European Business Law

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Strategy, Legal Writing, Labor Law, Arbitration, Environmental Laws, Case Law, Legal Research, Labor Relations, Tax, Tax Laws, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Commercial Laws, International Relations, Compliance Management, European History, Competitive Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Business Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.9K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    B

    Berklee

    El Músico Moderno

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Music Performance, Media Production, Instrumental Music, Writing and Editing, Storytelling, Post-Production, Writing, Editing, Timelines, File Management, Creativity, System Configuration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    782 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Florida

    Personality Types at Work

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Professional Development, Performance Review, Team Building, Employee Performance Management, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Team Management, People Management, Interpersonal Communications, Interviewing Skills, Writing, Leadership

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    774 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Use WordPress to Create a Blog for your Business: Coursera
  • Storying the Self for Leadership and Creativity: University of Colorado Boulder
  • How to Create Video for Online Courses: The University of Edinburgh
  • Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java: LearnQuest
  • Requirements Engineering: Secure Software Specifications: University of Colorado System
  • Getting Your Film off the Ground : Michigan State University
  • A Voice of Their Own. Women's Spirituality in the Middle Ages.: Universitat de Barcelona
  • Assimilating into Your New Job: Coursera
  • YouTube Content Creation Essentials: Coursera
  • European Business Law: Lund University

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