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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Writing in the Sciences by Stanford University

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About the Course

This course teaches scientists to become more effective writers, using practical examples and exercises. Topics include: principles of good writing, tricks for writing faster and with less anxiety, the format of a scientific manuscript, peer review, grant writing, ethical issues in scientific publication, and writing for general audiences....

Top reviews

GV

Oct 24, 2020

A good course in general. The first few weeks are really hard for people who are not native English speakers. You should consider the assignments based that not everyone is a native English speaker.

SP

May 11, 2019

Fantastic course that's hard to fault. I am not a working scientist but an inspiring writer in the medical / scientific field. This couse refreshed my knowledge and taught me a lot more. Thank you.

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By Opeyemi A

Apr 8, 2022

I have acquired the basic skills in academic writing and editing in the course.

By omnia t

Apr 21, 2021

Best Course Ever. Loved It! Only wish there was more by the same instructor. :)

By Mitchell Q

Mar 11, 2021

Great class! Learned a lot and it was extremely feasible. I am a better writer.

By Mohamed H

Jan 3, 2021

An exceptional course with high range of different skill essential to every one

By Kawar L D

Dec 30, 2020

I loved this course and it will surely help me a lot to write papers for my PhD

By Chen W

Jul 30, 2019

really great scientific writing course! I like the peer review system the most.

By James G B

Oct 30, 2025

This is one of must take writing in science course, with practical application

By Pete J T

Aug 19, 2024

I feel more inspired to pursue writing. Thank you for making this course free.

By MONICA S

Aug 8, 2023

I learned a lot! The classes are interesting and full of relevant information.

By Veronika G

Jul 31, 2023

one of the best courses in Coursera! Really useful tips and hands-on exercises

By NIMRA I

Nov 15, 2021

It was a great course. The Scheme of study and way of teaching is outstanding.

By Kelly M

Jul 20, 2021

Very organized, clear and practical course for anyone writing in the sciences.

By Guillermo G M

Oct 14, 2020

Very complete and useful for amateur researchers like college or PhD students.

By GianCost

May 7, 2020

Very skilled and professional speaker. Inspirational and passionate scientist.

By Belinda A

Jul 27, 2019

This course has taught me a lot about writing. It has been a great experience.

By Reuben A

Apr 14, 2019

This course has opened my eyes on many things I take for granted in my writing

By Maria G

Sep 10, 2018

It was very useful and information dense course! I am really happy I found it.

By Vidhu S B

Mar 3, 2018

This is an excellent course . I recommend it all science students and faculty

By Maria E

Sep 11, 2025

The best course I have ever taken. Anyone involved in science should take it!

By Orestes S M

Feb 27, 2025

This course is excellent. Congrats to the professor and her guest! I love it!

By Дмитро О

Feb 10, 2025

Зер гуд! ВІдмінний курс. Дуже корисний для реальног розуміння що і як писати!

By alihussein k

Jul 16, 2024

The course gives you extra Skills and builds your confidence in research!!!!1

By Mohammed N A

Jul 19, 2023

one of the best courses I've ever enrolled in during my post-graduate studies

By David O

Aug 14, 2022

Very informative. I have learned a lot and Dr Krisitin is an excellent tutor.

By Megan

Jul 29, 2022

This should be mandatory for all professionals who publish scientific papers.