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    Develop academic writing skills for essays, research papers, and reports. Learn to structure and present arguments effectively.

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    • N

      National Taiwan University

      International Communication and East Asian Affairs (3)

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Large Language Modeling, Media and Communications, Electronic Media, Storytelling, International Relations, Research, Writing, Natural Language Processing, Digital Communications, Emerging Technologies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Our World and How to Accept It

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Employee Retention, Cultural Diversity, Workforce Development, Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment Strategies, Training Programs, Leadership Studies, Employee Engagement, Talent Management, Employee Onboarding

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Building and Pitching Marketing Campaigns in Tech Industries

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Relationship Management, Operations Management, Technical Management, Executive Presence, Business Communication, Customer Retention, Loyalty Programs, Media Strategy, Corporate Communications, Customer Engagement, Marketing Budgets, Engineering Management, Sales Management, Technology Strategies, Sales Presentation, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Branding, Brand Strategy, Marketing Planning

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New
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      Dubai College of Tourism

      Menu Design for Dubai Hospitality

      Skills you'll gain: Price Negotiation, Merchandising, Revenue Management, Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Food and Beverage, Cost Accounting, Customer experience improvement, Marketing Materials, Design, Performance Analysis, Copywriting

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      لوسائط الرقمية واستراتيجيات التسويق

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Media Strategy, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Communications, Web Analytics and SEO, Copywriting, Advertising, Integrated Marketing Communications, Mobile Security, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Resilience & Leadership: Tools, Methods, & Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Organizational Leadership, Business Continuity, Communication Strategies, Risk Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Organizational Strategy, Systems Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Free Trial
      S

      Simplilearn

      Agile Scrum Master

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Sprint Retrospectives, Sprint Planning, Change Management, Team Building, Kanban Principles, Project Management, Estimation, Prioritization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Board Infinity

      Teradata SQL and Data Management

      Skills you'll gain: Teradata SQL, Transaction Processing, Data Security, SQL, Query Languages, Database Management, Data Management, Stored Procedure, Data Access, Relational Databases, Performance Tuning, Data Integrity, Data Dictionary, Data Manipulation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Columbia University

      Find Your Calling: Career Transition Principles for Veterans

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, LinkedIn, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Entrepreneurship, Professional Development, Growth Mindedness, Empathy, Decision Making, Branding, Leadership

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Lleva tu resume al siguiente nivel con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Writing, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Creative Design, Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      P

      Packt

      Selenium Integration with CI/CD & Advanced Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Selenium (Software), Version Control, GitHub, Jenkins, Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Test Automation, Browser Compatibility, Software Testing, Test Data, Java, SQL, MySQL

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea un Storyboard en Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Storyboarding, Storytelling, Graphic and Visual Design, Team Oriented, Content Creation, Organizational Skills, Writing, Presentations

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • International Communication and East Asian Affairs (3): National Taiwan University
    • Our World and How to Accept It: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Building and Pitching Marketing Campaigns in Tech Industries: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Menu Design for Dubai Hospitality: Dubai College of Tourism
    • لوسائط الرقمية واستراتيجيات التسويق: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Resilience & Leadership: Tools, Methods, & Applications: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Agile Scrum Master: Simplilearn
    • Teradata SQL and Data Management: Board Infinity
    • Find Your Calling: Career Transition Principles for Veterans: Columbia University
    • Lleva tu resume al siguiente nivel con Canva: Coursera Project Network

    Frequently Asked Questions about Academic Writing

    Academic Writing courses on Coursera focus on essential skills needed for writing in academic contexts:

    • Structuring and organizing essays, papers, and dissertations.
    • Techniques for clear, concise, and effective writing.
    • Research skills, including sourcing, evaluating, and citing scholarly articles.
    • Developing a thesis statement and supporting arguments.
    • Proper use of academic language and tone.
    • Editing and revising drafts to meet academic standards.
    • Avoiding plagiarism and understanding intellectual property rules.‎

    Coursera’s Academic Writing courses are designed for learners at various levels:

    • Beginners who are new to academic writing can start with introductory courses that cover the basics of composition and style.
    • Intermediate learners can develop their research and writing skills further, focusing on specific types of academic texts.
    • Advanced students and professionals can refine their expertise in scholarly writing and publishing.

    No matter your starting point, these courses provide the tools and guidance necessary to enhance your academic writing abilities.‎

    By participating in Academic Writing courses, you can earn several valuable credentials:

    • Certificates of completion that can be included in your educational portfolio or CV.
    • Professional certificates that demonstrate your scholarly writing skills to employers and academic institutions.
    • Specializations that comprehensively cover academic writing and related skills, preparing you for advanced study or professional research roles.

    These credentials can bolster your academic profile, particularly if you're considering further education or careers in academia, research, or publishing. ‎

    Enhanced academic writing skills can open up opportunities in several fields:

    • Academia and teaching, where high-level writing is fundamental for creating scholarly articles, lectures, and grant proposals.
    • Research roles in both public and private sectors, where writing clear, detailed reports is crucial.
    • Technical writing, where precision and clarity are essential.
    • Editing and publishing, where strong writing and analytical skills are needed to critique and improve others' work.
    • Content creation, including writing for educational websites, textbooks, and e-learning materials.

    Mastering academic writing not only supports your personal academic goals but also enhances your employability across diverse sectors that value clear and structured communication. ‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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