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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


  • C

    Coursera

    SQL Mathematical Functions

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, PostgreSQL, Database Management, Data Manipulation, Database Systems, Query Languages

    4.2 stars, 13 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.2 (13) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • V

    Voxy

    Beginner English: Places and Getting Around

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

    4.7 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    C# Programming Fundamentals and Development Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Version Control, Microsoft Copilot, C# (Programming Language), Git (Version Control System), Microsoft Visual Studio, .NET Framework, Software Versioning, Computer Programming Tools, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Application Development, Computer Programming, Microsoft Development Tools, Development Environment, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Programming Principles, Event-Driven Programming, Computational Logic

    5 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Science and Technology of China

    《MBA论文写作指导》

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Report Writing, Proposal Development, Design Research, Business Writing, Research Reports, Business Research, Writing, Proofreading, Editing, Writing and Editing, Market Analysis, Analysis

    4.4 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • B

    Berklee

    Proyecto final de Músico moderno

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Media Production, Post-Production, Writing and Editing

    4.6 stars, 24 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (24) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Technical Communication and Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Writing and Editing, Writing, AI literacy, Communication, Organizational Structure, Artificial Intelligence, Target Audience, Generative AI, Self-Awareness

    2.1 stars, 9 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 2.1 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Inteligencia artificial: proyecto final

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development, Applied Machine Learning, Application Development, Technical Writing

    4.8 stars, 8 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Scrimba

    Learn Markdown

    Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Software Documentation, Technical Documentation, Web Development, Technical Writing

    4.3 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Storytelling and Persuading with Data and Digital Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Transformation, Data Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Digital Transformation, Storytelling, Presentations, Proposal Writing, Data Literacy, Persuasive Communication, Analytics, Data Visualization, Customer Insights, Microsoft PowerPoint, Influencing, Data Science, Customer Engagement, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.9 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Voxy

    Beginner English: Important Interactions

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Language Learning, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Active Listening, Communication, Education Software and Technology, Grammar, Public Speaking, Relationship Building

    4.7 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Regular Expressions in SQL

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, PostgreSQL, Query Languages, Database Management Systems, Database Management

    4.9 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.9 (12) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Practical Software Testing

    Skills you'll gain: White-Box Testing, Test Planning, Test Case, Software Testing, Software Documentation, Test Automation, Software Quality Assurance, Code Review, Test Data, Issue Tracking, Software Technical Review, Quality Assurance, Development Environment, Technical Communication

    4.5 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular writing courses

  • SQL Mathematical Functions: Coursera
  • Beginner English: Places and Getting Around: Voxy
  • C# Programming Fundamentals and Development Environment: Microsoft
  • 《MBA论文写作指导》: University of Science and Technology of China
  • Proyecto final de Músico moderno: Berklee
  • Technical Communication and Artificial Intelligence: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Inteligencia artificial: proyecto final: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Learn Markdown: Scrimba
  • Storytelling and Persuading with Data and Digital Technology: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Beginner English: Important Interactions: Voxy

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