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Literacy Courses

Literacy courses can help you learn reading comprehension, writing techniques, critical thinking, and language development. You can build skills in analyzing texts, crafting persuasive arguments, and enhancing vocabulary through various writing styles. Many courses introduce tools like digital storytelling platforms, grammar checkers, and collaborative writing software, which support the application of these skills in real-world contexts.

Popular Literacy Courses and Certifications


  • E

    Eindhoven University of Technology

    Improving your statistical inferences

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Quantitative Research, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Sample Size Determination, Research, Data Literacy, General Science and Research, Data Sharing

    4.9 stars, 805 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (805) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Python Development

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Structures, Generative AI, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Devops Tools, Matplotlib, Data Visualization, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Web Development, Debugging, Data Literacy, Scripting, Flask (Web Framework), Plotly, Data Ethics, Automation, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing

    4.4 stars, 755 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (755) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    A Crash Course in Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Data Strategy, Data Literacy, Data Management, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Design, Performance Metric, Software Engineering, Machine Learning, Statistical Inference

    4.5 stars, 8.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (8.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Foundations of Machine Learning: Concepts, Tools, and Math

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Responsible AI, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Unstructured Data, Generative AI, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Training, NumPy, Python Programming, Data Science, Scalability, Artificial Intelligence, Supervised Learning, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Algorithms

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Meaning Patterns: An Introduction to Multimodal Semiotics

    Skills you'll gain: Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Culture, Non-Verbal Communication, Literacy, Persuasive Communication, Design, Writing, Social Sciences, Grammar, Electronic Media, Social Justice, Social Impact, AI Integrations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Work Smarter with Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Collaborative Software, Microsoft Office, Productivity Software, Document Management, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Windows, Writing, Editing, Computer Literacy, Peer Review

    4.7 stars, 2.5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (2.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Agentic AI and AI Agents: A Primer for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Agentic systems, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, AI Workflows, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Prompt Patterns, OpenAI, Generative AI, Context Engineering, Large Language Modeling, AI literacy, Tool Calling, Multimodal Prompts, Strategic Planning, Emerging Technologies, Responsible AI

    4.7 stars, 1.5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Decision Making: Complete Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Measurement, Creative Problem-Solving, Decision Making, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Cognitive flexibility, Data Literacy, Decision Tree Learning, Systems Of Measurement, Leadership, Data Analysis, Thought Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Data Strategy, Data Presentation, Creative Design

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Fundamentos de Excel para Negocios

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis Software, Analysis, Productivity Software, Presentations, Computer Literacy, Data Management, Finance, Financial Analysis

    4.8 stars, 5.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (5.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • S

    Sage Publications

    Statistical Analysis in Political Science with SPSS

    Skills you'll gain: SPSS, SPSS (Software), Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Data Entry, Data Literacy, Research, Descriptive Statistics, Research Methodologies, Data Analysis, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Research Design, Statistical Software, Statistics, Quantitative Research, International Relations, Data Visualization, Statistical Inference

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • G

    Google Cloud

    Professional Cloud Architect Part 2: AI, Security, & Ops

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Application Performance Management, Terraform, Identity and Access Management, Generative AI Agents, Metadata Management, Google Cloud Platform, Data Sharing, Data Pipelines, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Development, Prompt Engineering, Serverless Computing, Generative AI, Cloud Security, Cloud Deployment, AI literacy, Dashboard Creation, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations)

    4.6 stars, 2.9K reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (2.9K) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Introduction to Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Timelines, Business Intelligence, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Business Reporting, Dashboard Creation, Data Modeling, Data Transformation, Data Literacy, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Analytical Skills, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis Software

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular literacy courses

  • Improving your statistical inferences: Eindhoven University of Technology
  • Microsoft Python Development: Microsoft
  • A Crash Course in Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Foundations of Machine Learning: Concepts, Tools, and Math: John Wiley & Sons
  • Meaning Patterns: An Introduction to Multimodal Semiotics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Work Smarter with Microsoft Word: Microsoft
  • Agentic AI and AI Agents: A Primer for Leaders: Vanderbilt University
  • Decision Making: Complete Guide: Chris Croft Training
  • Fundamentos de Excel para Negocios: Universidad Austral
  • Statistical Analysis in Political Science with SPSS: Sage Publications

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