Academic writing courses can help you learn how to structure essays, develop thesis statements, and engage in critical analysis. You can build skills in crafting clear arguments, using evidence effectively, and adhering to various citation styles. Many courses introduce tools like citation management software and writing platforms that support drafting and editing, allowing you to refine your work and enhance clarity.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Blogs, Web Presence, Content Management, Photo Editing, Editing, Writing and Editing, Web Design, Digital Publishing, Web Design and Development, No-Code Development, User Accounts, Brand Management, Drive Engagement, Digital Marketing, Public Relations
★ 4.6 (1.3K) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Università di Napoli Federico II
Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Sales Presentations, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Workplace inclusivity, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Data Visualization, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Language Learning, Stress Management, Education and Training, Higher Education, Oral Comprehension, Grammar
★ 4.6 (494) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, MySQL Workbench, SQL, Data Cleansing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, MySQL, Exploratory Data Analysis, Database Design, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Relational Databases, Data Import/Export, Database Management, Query Languages, Database Software, Report Writing, GitHub, Performance Tuning, Jupyter
★ 4.6 (985) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, iOS Development, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, Objective-C (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Memory Management, Application Development, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Image Analysis, Computer Programming, Functional Design
★ 3.9 (1.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Software Testing, Program Development, Test Planning, Simulations, Test Case, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Build Tools
★ 4.3 (836) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, ArcGIS, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, GIS Software, Data Quality, Data Mapping, Data Modeling, Database Design, Data Storage Technologies, Data Management, Data Literacy, Data Storage, Data Sharing, Data Manipulation, Data Capture, Interactive Data Visualization, Query Languages, Analytics
★ 4.8 (2.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Unix Shell, Unix, Git (Version Control System), Unix Commands, Version Control, Bash (Scripting Language), grep, Cloud Hosting, Ubuntu, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing, Shell Script, Linux, Mac OS, Scripting, Scripting Languages, File Management
★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Peer Review, Writing and Editing, Writing, Course Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Market Research, Sampling (Statistics), Research Methodologies, Surveys, Proposal Writing, Request for Proposal, Research Design, Marketing, Client Services, Research, Sample Size Determination, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Qualitative Research, Target Audience, Business Writing, Feasibility Studies, Decision Making
★ 4.6 (950) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Control Systems, Embedded Software, Laboratory Experience, Embedded Systems, Power Electronics, Electronic Hardware, Three-Phase, Hardware Design, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, Laboratory Equipment, Electronic Components, Torque (Physics), Design Specifications
★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Peer Review, Analytical Skills, Oral Expression, Detail Oriented, Decision Making, Writing, Problem Solving
★ 4.7 (545) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Electronic Systems, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Electronic Hardware, Thermal Management, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Hardware Design, Electronics, Laboratory Experience, Electronic Components, Design Specifications, Schematic Diagrams, Development Environment, Debugging
★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months