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    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Crea Videos para Redes Sociales con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Video Editing, Social Media, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Content Creation, Organizational Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • B

      Board Infinity

      Data Visualization with Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Data Transformation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Heat Maps, Histogram, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      Corporate Finance Institute

      Advanced Tableau - Table Calculations

      Skills you'll gain: Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Trend Analysis, Data Analysis, Business Metrics

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • W

      Wesleyan University

      Take Action: From Protest to Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Advocacy, Lobbying, Public Policies, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Social Justice, Court Systems, Lawsuits, Persuasive Communication, Media and Communications, Legal Strategy, Environmental Issue

      3.2
      Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
      ·
      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of New Mexico

      Curanderismo:Influencias Globales de la Medicina Tradicional

      Skills you'll gain: World Music, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Health Care, Psychotherapy, Maternal Health, Gynecology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud Pub/Sub: Qwik Start - Python

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Event-Driven Programming, Public Cloud, Cloud Services

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      7 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      V

      Voxy

      Low Intermediate English: Technology

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, English Language, Health Technology, Technology Solutions, Telecommuting, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Education Software and Technology, Grammar, Learning Management Systems, Emerging Technologies, Data Security

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
      ·
      14 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • F

      Fudan University

      全球卫生导论

      Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Child Health, Public Health, Gerontology, Health Systems, Health Policy, Nutrition and Diet, Chronic Diseases, Emergency Response, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Community Health, Socioeconomics, Environment Health And Safety

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • F

      Fudan University

      抗菌药与超级细菌 --天使与魔鬼的博弈

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      19 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Santa Cruz

      GetVirtual: How to Launch Your Online Business

      Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Entrepreneurship, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Web Design and Development, Marketing, Workflow Management, Business Planning, E-Commerce, Project Management, Branding, Customer Relationship Management

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Meta

      قياس حملات التسويق عبر وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي وتعزيزها

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Effectiveness, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media, Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Digital Advertising, Cross-Channel Marketing, Return On Investment, Data Visualization, Presentations, Facebook, Data-Driven Decision-Making, A/B Testing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Cloud Architecture Design Patterns

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Scalability, Cloud Computing, Software Architecture, Cloud Services, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Load Balancing, Serverless Computing, Software Design Patterns, Microservices, Event-Driven Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public speaking courses

    • Crea Videos para Redes Sociales con Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Data Visualization with Tableau: Board Infinity
    • Advanced Tableau - Table Calculations: Corporate Finance Institute
    • Take Action: From Protest to Policy: Wesleyan University
    • Curanderismo:Influencias Globales de la Medicina Tradicional: University of New Mexico
    • Google Cloud Pub/Sub: Qwik Start - Python: Google Cloud
    • Low Intermediate English: Technology: Voxy
    • 全球卫生导论: Fudan University
    • 抗菌药与超级细菌 --天使与魔鬼的博弈: Fudan University
    • GetVirtual: How to Launch Your Online Business: University of California, Santa Cruz

    Why Learn Public Speaking?

    Public speaking is the skill of delivering messages in a structured, engaging, and persuasive way—whether in meetings, classrooms, events, or interviews. It builds confidence, sharpens communication, and strengthens your ability to connect with diverse audiences. Learning public speaking can help you present ideas effectively and influence outcomes in nearly any career path.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Public Speaking

    Top courses include Introduction to Public Speaking from the University of Washington, Dynamic Public Speaking from the University of Washington as well, and Successful Presentation from the University of Colorado Boulder. These courses cover everything from organizing speeches to delivering them confidently and engagingly.‎

    Yes. Many public speaking courses offer a free audit option, allowing learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to plan and structure presentations, speak with clarity and confidence, engage your audience, and handle nerves. Some courses also cover visual aids, persuasive techniques, and adapting messages to different audiences.‎

    Not at all. Many courses are designed for beginners and provide practical exercises to help you build skills gradually. More advanced courses focus on refining delivery and developing a personal speaking style.‎

    Yes. Public speaking is a valuable skill for job interviews, leadership, teaching, and everyday communication. Coursera courses can help you become a more effective and confident communicator, which can boost your performance in any professional or academic setting.‎

    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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