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Academic Writing Courses

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.


Popular Academic Writing Courses and Certifications


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    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Career Development

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Vocabulary, Writing, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Social Skills, Professional Networking, Job Analysis, Business Communication, Communication, Recruitment

    4.8
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    17K reviews

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    Wesleyan University

    Memoir and Personal Essay: Managing Your Relationship with the Reader

    Skills you'll gain: Journals

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    256 reviews

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    Rice University

    Writing Skills for Engineering Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Documentation, Concision, Electronic Media, Report Writing, Writing, Technical Documentation, Editing, Teamwork, Professionalism, Communication, Planning, Communication Strategies

    4.7
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    485 reviews

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    University of California, Irvine

    Adjectives and Adjective Clauses

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

    4.8
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Presentation, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Generative AI, Document Management, Responsible AI, Data Synthesis, Image Analysis, Data Capture, Large Language Modeling, Data Analysis, Organizational Skills, Risk Management Framework, Artificial Intelligence

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    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Technical Communication in the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Writing and Editing, Software Documentation, Proofreading, Writing, Report Writing, Usability, Target Audience, Prompt Engineering, Style Guides, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Design, User Experience, Document Management, Quality Assurance, User Research, Research Methodologies

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Restful API, Application Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Test Automation, Software Development, DevSecOps, Application Security, CI/CD, Application Programming Interface (API), AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Java Programming

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Project Initiation: Starting a Successful Project

    Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Documentation, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Goal Setting, Project Management Software, Stakeholder Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Resource Management, Team Management, Strategic Thinking, Business Writing

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    24K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Leadership & Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Succession Planning, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Business Writing, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Leadership and Management, Creativity, Problem Solving, Risk Management

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    The University of Hong Kong

    University Teaching

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, Pedagogy, Teaching, Syllabus Development, Course Development, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Higher Education, Student-Centred Learning

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    Vanderbilt University

    Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Introduction to Programming with MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Debugging, Mathematical Software, Development Environment, Computer Science, User Interface (UI), File Management, Data Import/Export, Data Structures, Computational Logic, Engineering Calculations, Plot (Graphics), Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    18K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • English for Career Development: University of Pennsylvania
  • Memoir and Personal Essay: Managing Your Relationship with the Reader: Wesleyan University
  • Writing Skills for Engineering Leaders: Rice University
  • Adjectives and Adjective Clauses: University of California, Irvine
  • Generative AI Automation: Vanderbilt University
  • Technical Communication in the AI Era: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers: IBM
  • Project Initiation: Starting a Successful Project: Google
  • Generative AI Leadership & Strategy: Vanderbilt University
  • University Teaching: The University of Hong Kong

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