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    Improve English writing skills for academic and professional purposes. Learn to write essays, reports, and correspondence effectively.

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    • T

      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Agentic systems, Psychology, Anthropology, Human Learning, Human Development, Machine Learning, Science and Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • K

      Kennesaw State University

      Cybersecurity and Its Ten Domains

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Disaster Recovery, Application Security, Cyber Operations, Cryptography, Cyber Risk, Encryption, Authorization (Computing), Secure Coding, Systems Development Life Cycle, Security Controls, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Infrastructure Security, Security Awareness, Safety and Security, Identity and Access Management, Incident Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      International Security Management

      Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, Safety and Security, Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Governance, Cultural Diversity, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Adjectives and Adjective Clauses

      Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Vocabulary, English Language, Oral Comprehension

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Y

      Yale University

      Narrative Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Economics, Economic Development, Financial Forecasting, Socioeconomics, Forecasting, Social Studies, Consumer Behaviour, Analysis, Complex Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      761 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Understanding Cancer Metastasis

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Anatomy, Biology, Medical Terminology, Pathology, Molecular Biology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      California Institute of the Arts

      UX Design Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI) Design, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Research, User Flows, Mockups, Information Architecture, Ideation, Design Elements And Principles

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Stanford University

      Introduction to Clinical Data

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Ethics, Clinical Research, Clinical Data Management, Health Informatics, Medical Records, Unstructured Data, Health Care, Data Mining, Electronic Medical Record, Data Collection, Data Manipulation, Text Mining, Health Disparities, Data Processing, Medical Imaging

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      435 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Princeton University

      Algorithms, Part I

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Java, Performance Testing, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computational Thinking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      12K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Stanford University

      Food Sustainability, Mindful Eating, and Healthy Cooking

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Cooking, Nutrition and Diet, Cultural Diversity, Environment, Compassion, Environmental Issue, Resourcefulness, Mindfulness, Waste Minimization, Food Safety and Sanitation, Adaptability, Environmental Science, Product Lifecycle Management, Behavioral Health, Self-Awareness, Pollution Prevention, Creativity, Decision Making, Emerging Technologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      570 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Cape Town

      Becoming a changemaker: Introduction to Social Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Community Development, Resourcefulness, Social Justice, Systems Thinking, Diversity and Inclusion, Complex Problem Solving, Growth Mindedness, Empathy, Resilience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      Columbia University

      Construction Scheduling

      Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Risk Management, Scheduling, Construction Management, Timelines, Lean Methodologies, Construction, Project Management Software, Work Breakdown Structure, Resource Allocation, Probability & Statistics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      2.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences: The University of Edinburgh
    • Cybersecurity and Its Ten Domains: Kennesaw State University
    • International Security Management: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Adjectives and Adjective Clauses: University of California, Irvine
    • Narrative Economics: Yale University
    • Understanding Cancer Metastasis: Johns Hopkins University
    • UX Design Fundamentals: California Institute of the Arts
    • Introduction to Clinical Data: Stanford University
    • Algorithms, Part I: Princeton University
    • Food Sustainability, Mindful Eating, and Healthy Cooking: Stanford University

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    Frequently Asked Questions about English Writing

    If you are looking to improve your English writing skills, the best free courses to check out include Writing in English at a University Level, English Composition: From Paragraph to Essay, Business English: How to Write Effective Openings and Closings to Emails, Journalism: A Digital Media Perspective, and Glasscock Urban Journalism. Each of these courses will help you to brush up on essential English writing skills, and since they are free can you really afford not to take advantage?‎

    If you are looking for some great resources for beginning English writing courses, we recommend checking out the Academic English and Business Writing in English specializations . Additionally, the Teaching Writing and Essential English for University Success specializations offer helpful guides for new English writers. Finally, the Business specialization also offers a great blueprint for English writers.‎

    If you're looking to improve your English writing skills, then Coursera offers some great advanced courses. From Learn English Writing: Grammar and Complex Sentences to Advanced Grammar and Punctuation and English for Business to Business English and English Writing: Grammar and Adjective Clauses, these courses provide an excellent foundation in English writing.‎

    English writing is creating something that's written in words using the English language. Writing can be done on paper, a computer, or any other medium. It involves using sentences to express thoughts, observances, and ideas. In English writing, you use punctuation marks to show pauses, thought breaks, and ends of sentences to make the communication clear. Much of what we do as people involves either spoken communication or written communication.

    We write many things, such as emails, books, letters, scripts, and directions, using proper English language symbols, words, and marks. These are the structures of language, to help us communicate as humans and put our thoughts and ideas in a more permanent form through writing.‎

    Learning correct English writing is a skill you can use every day. You can learn about correct sentence construction, accurate spelling, how to use different verbs and nouns together, and how to write using proper punctuation.

    Both native and non-native English speakers can benefit greatly from English writing courses if you want to learn the language or improve your writing. Improving your English language fluency can help in all forms of writing, from creative writing to business writing or resume writing to essay writing. Once you learn the basics of excellent English writing and grammar, you can be equipped with new confidence to tackle writing projects that come your way.‎

    When you have a solid grasp of English writing skills, you may find career opportunities as a teacher, a news reporter, a business analyst, and other jobs that focus on communicating ideas clearly through written communication.

    Good writers are often needed in many businesses, to help write reports, speeches, websites, stories, and essays. You can also write creatively for yourself to tell stories in long-form magazine articles or books. Once you gain the skills you need for good writing, you can use your talents to write just about anything.‎

    When you take online courses for English writing, you can gain basic fundamental knowledge of how to spell words, how to frame sentences in a paragraph, and how to shape the flow of your sentences into understandable form. Online courses can show you a deeper understanding of the compositional elements of English writing. You can learn how to understand the writing process, how to read written stories more carefully, and how to cite your sources more accurately to create more factual written pieces.‎

    Online English Writing courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new English Writing skills. Choose from a wide range of English Writing courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in English Writing, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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