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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


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Literacy Capstone – Evaluating Research

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Data Literacy, Research, Quantitative Research, Report Writing, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Research Methodologies, Statistical Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Computer Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Computer Systems, Data Security, Risk Management, System Design and Implementation, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Software Development Methodologies, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Productivity, Safety and Security, Process Design

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Healthcare Data Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Data Integration, Health Informatics, Health Systems, Metadata Management, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Information Management, Taxonomy, Care Coordination, Data Literacy, Clinical Data Management, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Quality, Medical Terminology, Big Data, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Databases

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    128 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Advanced Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Information Management, Research, Literacy, Lifelong Learning, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Intellectual Property, Planning, Document Management, Communication, Journals, Style Guides

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAS

    Data Literacy in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Scatter Plots, Technical Communication, Histogram

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Fundamentos de la escritura

    Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Proofreading, Writing, Literacy, Editing, Language Competency

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Key Technologies for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Responsible AI, Cloud Security, Data Literacy, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Mining, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing, Generative AI, Big Data, Data Analysis, Data Science, Natural Language Processing, Business Intelligence, Content Creation, Business

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

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    Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana

    Reading and Comprehension of Text in English

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

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    96 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Second Language Reading, Writing, and Grammar

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Grammar, English Language, Language Learning, Vocabulary

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Analysis, Human Capital, Human Resource Strategy, Financial Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Analytics, Operational Efficiency, Predictive Analytics, Customer Insights, Financial Data, Operational Analysis, Peer Review, Management Accounting, Human Resources, Financial Accounting

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

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Teaching Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Peer Review, Editing, Student-Centred Learning, Teaching, Writing, Syllabus Development, Student Engagement, Writing and Editing, Instructional Strategies, Literacy, Developing Training Materials, Storytelling, Empowerment, Differentiated Instruction, Course Development, Mentorship, Language Competency, Creativity, Critical Thinking

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    New Learning: Principles and Patterns of Pedagogy

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Education and Training, Teaching, Blended Learning, Human Learning, Differentiated Instruction, Higher Education, Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Cultural Diversity, Lifelong Learning, Curriculum Development, Visionary, Student Engagement, Adaptability, Collaboration

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

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

  • Data Literacy Capstone – Evaluating Research: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Computer Information Systems: University of California, Irvine
  • Healthcare Data Literacy: University of California, Davis
  • Advanced Information Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Data Literacy in Practice: SAS
  • Fundamentos de la escritura: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Key Technologies for Business: IBM
  • Reading and Comprehension of Text in English: Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana
  • Teach English Now! Second Language Reading, Writing, and Grammar : Arizona State University
  • Business Analytics: University of Pennsylvania

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