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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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    University of California, Irvine

    TOEFL Test-Taking Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Literacy, English Language, Language Competency, Grammar

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    141 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Introduction to Test and Behavior Driven Development

    Skills you'll gain: Test Driven Development (TDD), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Code Coverage, Behavior-Driven Development, Software Testing, Unit Testing, Test Automation, Test Tools, API Testing, Test Case, Test Data, User Story, Mockups, Restful API, Microservices

    4.8
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    240 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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

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    SAP

    Becoming an SAP Professional

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, SAP Applications, Workforce Development, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Enterprise Resource Planning, Interviewing Skills, Goal Setting, Training Programs

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    237 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Algorithms, Data Collection, and Starting to Code

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Collection, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Storage, Computer Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    377 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Write Smarter with Overleaf and LaTeX

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, GitHub, Laboratory Reports, Technical Writing, Version Control, Document Management, Technical Documentation, Typography

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Qualitative Research

    Skills you'll gain: Focus Group, Qualitative Research, Surveys, Discussion Facilitation, Survey Creation, Market Research, Research, Research Reports, Recruitment, Research Methodologies, Interviewing Skills, Report Writing, Sample Size Determination

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    Chinese for HSK 6

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Literacy, Writing, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Grammar

    4.9
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    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Modern Data Analytics with Python, Excel & Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Excel Macros, Pandas (Python Package), Prompt Engineering, Forecasting, Data Storytelling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Data Quality, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Generative AI, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    429 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    AI Agents in LangGraph

    Skills you'll gain: LangGraph, LangChain, AI Workflows, LLM Application, Agentic systems, Prompt Engineering, Data Persistence, Context Management, Human Centered Design

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Lund University

    European Business Law: Doing Business in Europe

    Skills you'll gain: Labor Law, Arbitration, Environmental Laws, Case Law, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Labor Relations, Tax, Tax Laws, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Commercial Laws, Compliance Management, Business, Contract Management, Governance

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Become a Sustainable Business Change Agent

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Change, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Proposal Development, Stakeholder Analysis, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Supply Chain Management, Sustainability Standards, Leadership and Management, Environmental Issue, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Management

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • TOEFL Test-Taking Strategies: University of California, Irvine
  • Introduction to Test and Behavior Driven Development: IBM
  • How to Create Video for Online Courses: The University of Edinburgh
  • Becoming an SAP Professional: SAP
  • Algorithms, Data Collection, and Starting to Code: University of Colorado System
  • Write Smarter with Overleaf and LaTeX: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Qualitative Research: University of California, Davis
  • Chinese for HSK 6: Peking University
  • Modern Data Analytics with Python, Excel & Generative AI: Coursera
  • AI Agents in LangGraph: DeepLearning.AI

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