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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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    Explore the Academic Writing Course Catalog

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Requirements Specifications: Goals and Conflict Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, Security Requirements Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Functional Requirement, Goal Setting, Unified Modeling Language, Meeting Facilitation, Conflict Management, User Story, Negotiation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Data Access, Database Software, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      333 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Toronto

      The City and You: Find Your Best Place

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Economic Development, Cultural Diversity, Creativity, Innovation, Environmental Issue, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Thinking, Personal Development, Resilience, Decision Making, Economics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      157 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Data Structures and Design Patterns for Game Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Unity Engine, Game Design, Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Graph Theory, Computer Programming, Software Architecture, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Politecnico di Milano

      Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology)

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Innovation, Intellectual Property, Technical Writing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      190 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      BI Dashboards with IBM Cognos Analytics and Google Looker

      Skills you'll gain: IBM Cognos Analytics, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Looker (Software), Data Visualization Software, Business Intelligence Software, Analytics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • É

      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Effective Programming in Scala

      Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Data Validation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Build Tools, Debugging, Maintainability, Software Design Patterns, Development Environment, Unit Testing, Data Structures, Data Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      175 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Modern American Poetry

      Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Lecturing, Music, World History, Creativity, Aesthetics, Writing and Editing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Ethical Decision Making for Success in the Tech Industry

      Skills you'll gain: Courage, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Business Ethics, Technical Management, Professionalism, Engineering Management, Personal Integrity, Leadership

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      D

      DeepLearning.AI

      AI Agents in LangGraph

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Human Factors

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      Data-Driven Animation for Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Visualization Software, Animations, Data Presentation, Video Editing, Data Storytelling, Adobe After Effects, Graphics Software, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Storyboarding, Adobe Premiere, Peer Review, Motion Graphics, Autodesk Maya, Post-Production, Computer Graphic Techniques, Technical Communication, Style Guides, Scripting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Salesforce

      Practical Guide to Navigating Professional Relationships

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Professional Development, Active Listening, Business Communication, Constructive Feedback, Diversity and Inclusion, Communication, Relationship Building, Public Speaking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Requirements Specifications: Goals and Conflict Analysis: University of Colorado System
    • Retrieve Data using Single-Table SQL Queries: Coursera Project Network
    • The City and You: Find Your Best Place: University of Toronto
    • Data Structures and Design Patterns for Game Developers: University of Colorado System
    • Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology): Politecnico di Milano
    • BI Dashboards with IBM Cognos Analytics and Google Looker: IBM
    • Effective Programming in Scala: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Modern American Poetry: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Ethical Decision Making for Success in the Tech Industry: University of Colorado Boulder
    • AI Agents in LangGraph: DeepLearning.AI

    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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