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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


  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Microsoft Azure Cloud Services

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Services, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Virtual Machines, Cloud Storage, Virtual Networking, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing Architecture, Database Management Systems, Scalability

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    2.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
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    Packt

    Practical Cybersecurity: Stay Safe Online

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Computer Security Awareness Training, Zero Trust Network Access, Information Systems Security, Security Awareness, Security Engineering, Threat Detection, Human Factors (Security), Cultural Sensitivity, Security Controls, Incident Response, Proactivity, Fraud detection, Information Technology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    IBM

    Key Technologies for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Responsible AI, Cloud Security, Data Literacy, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Mining, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Generative AI, Big Data, Emerging Technologies, Data Analysis, Data Science, Natural Language Processing, Robotics, Business Logic, Business

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    106K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Macquarie University

    Analysing: Numeric and digital literacies

    Skills you'll gain: Governance, Management Accounting, Budgeting, Marketing Analytics, Capital Budgeting, Financial Modeling, SAS (Software), Business Analytics, Financial Forecasting, Accounting, Financial Management, Customer Insights, Dashboard, Marketing Effectiveness, Corporate Finance, Digital Marketing, Business Valuation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Financial Analysis, Data Visualization

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    The State University of New York

    Advanced Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Information Management, Research, Literacy, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Intellectual Property, Planning, Communication, Style Guides

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    IBM

    Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Computer Hardware, Cyber Attacks, System Configuration, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Storage, OSI Models, General Networking, Data Security, Test Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    New Learning: Principles and Patterns of Pedagogy

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Digital pedagogy, Education and Training, Teaching, Human Learning, Differentiated Instruction, Higher Education, Instructional Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Student Engagement

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    354 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Computer Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, digital literacy, Network Security, Computer Hardware, 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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    315 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
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    Packt

    Excel Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Data Analysis Software, Productivity Software, Data Security, Data Validation, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    Yale University

    Overcoming Dyslexia

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, School Psychology, Special Education, Literacy, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Diagnostic Tests, Working With Children, Psychological Evaluations, Student Support and Services, Education Software and Technology, Resilience, Learning Strategies, Child Development, Advocacy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of London

    Teaching EFL/ESL Reading: A Task Based Approach

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    659 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    Coursera

    Digital Literacy: Introduction to Mobile Phone Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Security, Computer Literacy, digital literacy, End User Training and Support, Calendar Management, Telecommunications, Self Service Technologies, Personal Development, Digital Communications, Photography, Information Privacy, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Microsoft Azure Cloud Services: Microsoft
  • Practical Cybersecurity: Stay Safe Online: Packt
  • Key Technologies for Business: IBM
  • Analysing: Numeric and digital literacies: Macquarie University
  • Advanced Information Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals: IBM
  • New Learning: Principles and Patterns of Pedagogy : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Computer Information Systems: University of California, Irvine
  • Excel Essentials: Packt
  • Overcoming Dyslexia: Yale University

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