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    Google

    Crash Course on Python

    Skills you'll gain: Scripting, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Development Environment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    40K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Become a Journalist: Report the News!

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Journalism, Media and Communications, Multimedia, Driving engagement, Electronic Media, Report Writing, Investigation, Research, Storytelling, Peer Review, Content Creation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, International Relations, Data Collection, Oral Expression, Rapport Building, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Blogs, Writing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.7K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Think Again I: How to Understand Arguments

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Writing, Oral Expression, Interpersonal Communications

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Business English: Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Professional Networking, English Language, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Rapport Building, Telephone Skills, Language Competency, Presentations, Relationship Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Grammar, Vocabulary, Communication, Scheduling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Leading the Modern Day Business

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Digital Transformation, Creative Problem-Solving, New Product Development, Ideation, Business Transformation, Product Management, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Creativity, Product Lifecycle Management, Strategic Thinking, Technical Product Management, Product Improvement, Information Technology, Business Strategy, Business Analysis, Leadership and Management, Marketing, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    21K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Language Learning, Spanish Language, Oral Expression, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Culture, Writing and Editing, Language Competency, Research, Writing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Washington

    Business English: Meetings

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Taking Meeting Minutes, Business Correspondence, Meeting Facilitation, Setting Appointments, Management Reporting, Business Reporting, Writing, Oral Expression, Business Communication, English Language, Office Procedures, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Comprehension, Telephone Skills, Vocabulary, Scheduling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Master Adobe InDesign

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe InDesign, Typography, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Creative Cloud, Style Guides, Automation, Adobe Illustrator, Data Import/Export, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Writing and Editing, Technical Documentation, Design Elements And Principles, File Management, Document Management

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Florida

    Healing with the Arts

    Skills you'll gain: Journals, Music, Performing Arts, Mindfulness, Compassion, Empowerment, Storytelling, Personal Development, Liberal Arts, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Writing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Graphic Design

    Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Visual Design, Graphics Software, Typography, Design Software, Design Reviews, Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Photoshop, Design Elements And Principles, Peer Review, Color Theory, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    Plagues, Witches, and War: The Worlds of Historical Fiction

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Writing, Storytelling, Writing and Editing, World History, European History, Oral Expression, Creativity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    620 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    English for Effective Business Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, English Language, Business Communication, Presentations, Business Correspondence, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Writing, Grammar, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Target Audience, Vocabulary, Professionalism, Communication Strategies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    699 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Crash Course on Python: Google
  • Become a Journalist: Report the News!: Michigan State University
  • Think Again I: How to Understand Arguments: Duke University
  • Business English: Networking: University of Washington
  • Leading the Modern Day Business: University of Virginia
  • Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary: University of California, Davis
  • Business English: Meetings: University of Washington
  • Master Adobe InDesign: Skillshare
  • Healing with the Arts: University of Florida
  • Graphic Design: University of Colorado Boulder

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