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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


  • B

    Berklee

    The Singer Songwriter

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, File Management, Music, Music Performance, Musical Composition, Performing Arts, Instrumental Music, Oral Expression, Writing and Editing, Self-Awareness, Automation, Media Production, Editing, Creativity

    ★ 4.8 (4.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Étudier en France: French Intermediate course B1-B2

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Language Learning, Intercultural Competence, Oral Comprehension, Interactive Learning, Grammar, Vocabulary, Higher Education, Oral Expression, Writing

    ★ 4.8 (5.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft 365 Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Presentations, Collaborative Software, Microsoft Office, Excel Formulas, Productivity Software, Microsoft Windows, Editing, Document Management, Writing, Data Import/Export, Computer Literacy, Data Management, File Management

    ★ 4.7 (6.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Critical Reading and Writing Skills with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, AI literacy, Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Generative AI, Research, Responsible AI, Analytical Skills, Creative Thinking, Writing, Report Writing, Data Ethics, Business Writing, Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, English Language, Computer Literacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Content Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Content Optimization, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Goal Setting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Search Engine Optimization, Brand Strategy, Content Scheduling, Strategic Marketing, Content Creation, Marketing Channel, Customer Insights, Writing and Editing, Writing, Selling Techniques, Performance Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Media Campaigns

    ★ 4.5 (5.4K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • G

    Google

    Maximize Productivity With AI Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Gemini, Google Workspace, Productivity Software, Generative AI, AI literacy, Model Training, AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Operational Efficiency, AI Integrations, Business Workflow Analysis, Google Sheets, Complex Problem Solving

    ★ 4.8 (3.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Teaching Reluctant Writers

    Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Teaching, Empowerment, Instructional Strategies, Growth Mindedness, Writing, Mentorship, Case Studies, Literacy, Constructive Feedback

    ★ 4 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • G

    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 Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Digital Marketing Tools, Marketing Automation, Campaign Planning, HubSpot CRM, Information Privacy, Marketing Analytics, Promotional Strategies, Data Ethics, Smart Goals, Customer Retention, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting

    ★ 4.8 (2.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Learn to Teach Java: Writing Classes and Arrays

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Software Design, Education Software and Technology, Computer Programming, Program Development, Debugging, Data Structures, Algorithms

    ★ 4.8 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Academic Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Critical Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Logical Reasoning, Verbal Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Editing, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Research, Creative Thinking, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Deductive Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Writing and Editing, Creativity, Language Competency, digital literacy, Information Management, Digital Communications

    ★ 4.9 (7.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Miracles of Human Language: An Introduction to Linguistics

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Language Disorders, Anthropology, Multilingualism, English Language, Communication Disorders, Cultural Diversity, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, Social Sciences, Sociology

    ★ 4.7 (2.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Learn English: Intermediate Grammar

    Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Vocabulary, English Language, Multimedia, Language Learning, Content Creation, Language Competency, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Writing, Electronic Media, Oral Comprehension, Digital Publishing

    ★ 4.8 (5.4K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular writing courses

  • The Singer Songwriter: Berklee
  • Étudier en France: French Intermediate course B1-B2: École Polytechnique
  • Microsoft 365 Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Critical Reading and Writing Skills with GenAI: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Content Marketing: University of California, Davis
  • Maximize Productivity With AI Tools: Google
  • Teaching Reluctant Writers: Johns Hopkins University
  • Think Outside the Inbox: Email Marketing: Google
  • Learn to Teach Java: Writing Classes and Arrays: University of California San Diego
  • Academic Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney

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