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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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    Coursera

    RFIs: Distinguish, Apply, and Win

    Skills you'll gain: Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Bidding, Proposal Development, Standard Operating Procedure, Business Writing, Decision Making, Data Compilation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Python Programming

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Scripting, Software Development Tools, Scripting Languages, Integrated Development Environments, Jupyter

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Michigan State University

    Photography Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Peer Review, Photo Editing, Image Quality, Creative Design, Creativity, Content Creation, Storytelling, Writing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Writing, Business Writing, Motivational Skills, Empathy, Decision Making, Collaboration

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Think Outside the Inbox: Email Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Campaign Management, Copywriting, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Email Automation, Personally Identifiable Information, Digital Marketing, Marketing Automation, Newsletters, HubSpot CRM, Marketing Analytics, Promotional Strategies, Data Ethics, A/B Testing, Smart Goals, Customer Retention, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Understanding Research Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research Design, Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Collection, Timelines, Social Sciences

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    AI Prompts for SEO Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Content Creation, Web Content, Generative AI, Keyword Research, Generative AI Agents, Search Engine Marketing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique

    Étudier en France: French Intermediate course B1-B2

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Intercultural Competence, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Cultural Diversity, Vocabulary, Higher Education, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Formal Learning, Writing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    How to Play Guitar

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Creativity, Coordination, Mental Concentration

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Princeton University

    Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Tuning, Data Structures, Java Programming, Java, Program Development, File I/O, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Algorithms, Animations, Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Responsive Website Basics: Code with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: jQuery, HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Responsive Web Design, Web Design and Development, Javascript and jQuery, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Design, Web Development, Javascript, Web Applications, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Scripting, Scripting Languages, Programming Principles, Development Environment

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    English for Effective Business Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, English Language, Business Communication, Presentations, Business Correspondence, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Writing, Grammar, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Target Audience, Vocabulary, Professionalism, Communication Strategies

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

  • RFIs: Distinguish, Apply, and Win: Coursera
  • Introduction to Python Programming: University of Pennsylvania
  • Photography Capstone Project: Michigan State University
  • Communication Skills: Packt
  • Think Outside the Inbox: Email Marketing: Google
  • Understanding Research Methods: University of London
  • AI Prompts for SEO Growth: Coursera
  • Étudier en France: French Intermediate course B1-B2: École Polytechnique
  • How to Play Guitar: Berklee
  • Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose: Princeton University

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