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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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    Berklee

    How to Play Guitar

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    English for Common Interactions in the Workplace: Basic Level

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Telephone Skills, English Language, Bilingual (Spanish/English), Vocabulary, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, Grammar, Language Learning, Writing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    The DIY Musician

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Peer Review, Brand Strategy, Professional Networking, Social Media, Branding, Sustainable Business, Music Performance, Leadership, Media Production, Campaign Management, Instrumental Music, Automation, Marketing, Relationship Building, Entrepreneurship, File Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    3.6K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 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), Interactive Design, Programming Principles, Development Environment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    6.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Software Engineering Tools and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), CI/CD, Model View Controller, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Continuous Integration, Cucumber (Software), Postman API Platform, Ansible, Software Testing, OAuth, Web Development Tools, Behavior-Driven Development, Application Performance Management, Prometheus (Software), Authentications, Test Driven Development (TDD), Package and Software Management, Cloud API, Javascript, Software Engineering

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Web Development for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Color Theory, Version Control, Typography, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Web Design, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Front-End Web Development, Image Quality, Web Applications, Animations, Web Content, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI) Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Successful Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Drive Engagement, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Writing, Composure, Adaptability, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Business English Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Proposal Writing, Presentations, Sales Presentation, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Event Planning, Peer Review, Business Communication, Business Writing, Taking Meeting Minutes, Public Speaking, Business Planning, Microsoft PowerPoint, Meeting Facilitation, Business Correspondence, Professional Networking, Data Visualization, English Language, Setting Appointments

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Berklee

    Arranging for Songwriters

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Writing, Creativity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    81 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    TESOL Certificate, Part 2: Teach English Now!

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Teaching, Literacy, Technology Strategies, Grammar, English Language, Language Competency, digital literacy, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Innovation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Peking University

    Learn Chinese: HSK Test Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Literacy, Language Competency, Grammar, Language Learning, Oral Expression, Culture

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3.5K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • How to Play Guitar: Berklee
  • English for Common Interactions in the Workplace: Basic Level: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • The DIY Musician: Berklee
  • Responsive Website Basics: Code with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript : University of London
  • Software Engineering Tools and Practices: Codio
  • Web Development for Beginners: University of California, Davis
  • Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose: Princeton University
  • Successful Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Business English Communication Skills: University of Washington
  • Arranging for Songwriters: Berklee

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