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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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    Johns Hopkins University

    Documentation and Usability for Cancer Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Usability, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Software Documentation, Usability Testing, Technical Documentation, Bioinformatics, End User Training and Support, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Product Development, Writing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    'Their' World and How You Define It

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Empathy, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Workplace inclusivity, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Empowerment, Social Impact, Self-Awareness, Innovation, Productivity, Autism Spectrum Disorders

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Columbia University

    Attaining Higher Education

    Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting, Lifelong Learning, Decision Making, Adult Education, Planning, Student Support and Services, Resourcefulness, Research, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Relationship Building, Organizational Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Python Scripting Case Study - To-do List Application

    Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Model View Controller, Software Development Methodologies

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    Arizona State University

    Learn English Now: Basic Communication

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Social Justice, Oral Expression, Environmental Issue, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, Language Learning, Storytelling, Vocabulary, Public History, Culture, Writing, Grammar, Cultural Diversity

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Content Marketing: Strategy, SEO & Conversion

    Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Blogs, Copywriting, Content Creation, Content Optimization, Web Content, Content Strategy, Digital Content, Marketing Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Communications, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Brand Strategy, Web Analytics and SEO, Writing, Brand Awareness

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Road Safety & Indigenous Communities: Safe Systems Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Accident Prevention, Injury Prevention, Health Equity, Safety Standards, Grant Writing, Health Disparities, Systems Thinking, Community Outreach, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Health, Community Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Social Studies

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    Coursera

    Visualizing and Collaborating with Popplet

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, digital literacy

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Apply C++ Programming Fundamentals for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Development Environment, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Programming Tools, Maintainability

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    28DIGITAL

    Privacy & Standardisation Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, Medical Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Legal Writing, Legal Research, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Numerical Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Initiating a Research Project

    Skills you'll gain: Trustworthiness, Research, Research Methodologies, Research and Design, Honesty, Personal Integrity, Peer Review, Journals, Intellectual Property, Mentorship

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Microsoft Access 2021 - Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Database Development, Data Sharing, Database Architecture and Administration, Microsoft SQL Servers, Data Integration, Data Entry, Report Writing, IT Automation, User Interface (UI) Design

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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