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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.


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    University of Geneva

    Rédaction de contrats

    Skills you'll gain: Arbitration, Contract Review, Lease Contracts, Vendor Contracts, Legal Risk, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Mediation, Legal Writing, Commercial Laws, Service Level Agreement, Civil Law, Liquidation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    874 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Qualitative Research

    Skills you'll gain: Focus Group, Qualitative Research, Surveys, Discussion Facilitation, Market Research, Research, Research Reports, Analysis, Recruitment, Research Methodologies, Interviewing Skills, Recruitment Strategies, Report Writing, Sample Size Determination

    4.7
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    468 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Google Workspace with Gemini

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Storytelling, Video Production, Gemini, Google Docs, Google Workspace, Video Editing, Responsible AI, Proofreading, Prompt Engineering, Productivity Software, Gmail, Workflow Management, LLM Application, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Writing, Collaboration, Project Management, Business Communication

    4.5
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    303 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Malware Analysis and Introduction to Assembly Language

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Exploitation techniques, Exploit development, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Security Assessment, Application Security, Threat Detection, Virtual Machines, Code Review, Debugging, System Programming, Scripting, Windows PowerShell, Virtual Environment, Linux, File Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    84 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Ecosystems of California

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Laboratory Reports, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Monitoring, Data Collection, Environment, Scientific Methods, Land Management, Biology, Hydrology, Water Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation

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

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    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Introduction to Student Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Education and Training, Curriculum Planning, Student Engagement, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Surveys, Instructional Strategies, Peer Review, Report Writing, Statistical Analysis

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

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    Coursera

    Linux: Introduction to Shell Scripting for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Linux Commands, Linux, Scripting, Unix Commands, DevOps, Scripting Languages, File Management, Unix, Command-Line Interface

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado System

    Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Care Management, Patient Advocacy, Psychosocial Assessments, Family Support, Mental Health, Stress Management, Cultural Diversity

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    92 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Designing and Formatting a Presentation in PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Data Visualization, Editing, Writing, Graphic Design, Business Communication

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    314 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Periodismo digital y combate a las fake news

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Research, Investigation, Media and Communications, digital literacy, Writing, Interviewing Skills, Community Outreach, Cybersecurity, Storytelling, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Diversity Awareness, Editing

    4.9
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    668 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Test-Driven Development

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Delivery, Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Agile Methodology, Test Automation, Code Review, Maintainability, Software Development, Mockups, Software Development Methodologies, Test Case, Development Testing, Software Testing, Testability, Debugging, Python Programming, Version Control

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Redacción de documentos empresariales de gran impacto

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Concision, Proofreading, Business Correspondence, Report Writing, Writing, Business Communication, Proposal Writing, Editing, Grammar, Target Audience, Professionalism

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Rédaction de contrats: University of Geneva
  • Qualitative Research: University of California, Davis
  • Google Workspace with Gemini: Google Cloud
  • Malware Analysis and Introduction to Assembly Language: IBM
  • Ecosystems of California: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Introduction to Student Assessment: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • Linux: Introduction to Shell Scripting for DevOps: Coursera
  • Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care: University of Colorado System
  • Designing and Formatting a Presentation in PowerPoint: Coursera
  • Periodismo digital y combate a las fake news: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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