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    Coursera Instructor Network

    AI-Enhanced Copywriting: SurferSEO, Upword and Anyword

    Skills you'll gain: Copywriting, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Target Audience, Content Creation, Writing and Editing, Web Content, Productivity Software, Brand Awareness, Generative AI

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Write Effective Openings and Closings to Emails

    Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, English Language, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Communication, Professional Networking, Writing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    513 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Writing Secure Code in C++

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Application Security, Computer Programming Tools, System Programming, C++ (Programming Language), C (Programming Language), Software Development Tools, Exploit development, Debugging, Programming Principles, Embedded Systems, Interoperability, Unix, Vulnerability Assessments, Unix Commands, Operating Systems, Data Security, Linux, Microsoft Windows, Data Validation

    2.8
    Rating, 2.8 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Instagram Storytelling: Write Compelling Stories

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Instagram, Copywriting, Content Creation, Drive Engagement, Concision, Social Media Content, Editing, Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Writing Secure Code in ASP.NET

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Cryptography, Encryption, .NET Framework, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Data Security, Data Validation, Cross Platform Development, Development Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Equity Research Report Writing: Analyze & Structure

    Skills you'll gain: Research Reports, Report Writing, Case Studies, Financial Reporting, Business Writing, Analysis, Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Equities, Data Presentation, Concision, Target Audience

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

    Songwriting: Writing, Arranging, and Producing Music

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Instrumental Music, Storytelling, Music Performance, Writing and Editing, Media Production, Automation, Editing, Creativity, Writing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Interviewing and Resume Writing in English

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Negotiation, Telephone Skills, Presentations, Marketing Planning, Oral Expression, Concision, Public Speaking, Professional Development, Applicant Tracking Systems, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Strategic Marketing, Business Writing, Cultural Responsiveness, Recruitment, Adaptability, Communication, Writing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    755 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Tsinghua University

    Just Reading and Writing English 2

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, English Language, Literacy, Writing, Interpersonal Communications, Grammar, Vocabulary

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    (Business Writing) الكتابة في مجال الأعمال

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Presentations, Report Writing, Communication, Grammar, Oral Expression, Writing and Editing, Technical Writing, Persuasive Communication, Editing, Graphic Design, Organizational Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    71 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Enhance your Writing with Adverb Clauses

    Skills you'll gain: Grammar

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    58 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tsinghua University

    Just Reading and Writing English 1

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Mental Health, Learning Strategies, Emotional Intelligence, English Language, Literacy, Grammar, Higher Education, Communication, Vocabulary

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    120 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • AI-Enhanced Copywriting: SurferSEO, Upword and Anyword: Coursera Instructor Network
  • Lesson | Business English Skills: How to Write Effective Openings and Closings to Emails: University of Washington
  • Writing Secure Code in C++: Infosec
  • Instagram Storytelling: Write Compelling Stories: Coursera
  • Writing Secure Code in ASP.NET: Packt
  • Equity Research Report Writing: Analyze & Structure: EDUCBA
  • Songwriting: Writing, Arranging, and Producing Music: Berklee
  • Interviewing and Resume Writing in English: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Just Reading and Writing English 2: Tsinghua University
  • (Business Writing) الكتابة في مجال الأعمال: University of Colorado Boulder

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