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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

    Get Up and Running with TypeScript

    Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Debugging, Javascript, Software Development

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Packt

    Reporting and Advanced Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Exploit development, Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Technical Communication, Scripting, Technical Writing, IT Automation, Scripting Languages, Programming Principles, Automation, Data Security

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California, Irvine

    Productivity in Remote Work

    Skills you'll gain: Telecommuting, Virtual Teams, Collaborative Software, Drive Engagement, Productivity, Productivity Software, Team Performance Management, Leadership, Teamwork, Meeting Facilitation, Employee Engagement, Collaboration, Driving engagement, Leadership Development, Business Correspondence, People Management, Communication, Business Writing, Communication Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    Microsoft

    Copilot for Advanced Collaboration in Teams and Outlook

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365, Email Automation, Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Calendar Management, Meeting Facilitation, Project Coordination, Setting Appointments, Proposal Writing, Microsoft Word, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Proposal Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
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    J

    JetBrains

    Build a Game with an AI Coding Agent

    Skills you'll gain: Vibe coding, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, Game Design, Code Review, 3D Assets, Animation and Game Design, 3D Modeling, Integrated Development Environments, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Project Planning, Javascript, Software Development, Product Development, Web Development, Product Design, Animations, Visual Design, Interactive Data Visualization

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    V

    Voxy

    Beginner English: Places and Getting Around

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    YouTube Editing: Enhance Videos

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Video Editing, Video Production, Post-Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Graphic and Visual Design, Writing and Editing, Editing

    3.4
    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado System

    Game Development with GameMaker

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Unity Engine, Debugging, Program Development, Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, No-Code Development, Integrated Development Environments, Graphics Software, Computer Programming, C++ (Programming Language), Event-Driven Programming, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Code Reusability, C# (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), Software Installation, Scripting Languages

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Foundations of Strategic Internal Auditing

    Skills you'll gain: Audit Planning, Internal Auditing, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Auditing, Internal Controls, Auditors Report, Report Writing, Internal Communications, Continuous Improvement Process, Risk Analysis, Risk Control, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Management Framework, Financial Controls, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Presentations, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Benchmarking, Business Ethics

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 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
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Comic Books, Geek Culture, and the Fandom Imaginary

    Skills you'll gain: Community Outreach, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Driving engagement, Liberal Arts, Culture, Analysis, Media and Communications, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Critical Thinking, Communication

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of North Texas

    College English Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Grammar, Writing and Editing, Literacy, Proofreading, Editing, Vocabulary, English Language

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Get Up and Running with TypeScript: Coursera
  • Reporting and Advanced Practices: Packt
  • Productivity in Remote Work: University of California, Irvine
  • Copilot for Advanced Collaboration in Teams and Outlook: Microsoft
  • Build a Game with an AI Coding Agent: JetBrains
  • Beginner English: Places and Getting Around: Voxy
  • YouTube Editing: Enhance Videos: Coursera
  • Game Development with GameMaker: University of Colorado System
  • Foundations of Strategic Internal Auditing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Beginner English: Important Interactions: Voxy

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