Essay Writing Courses

David Mamet Teaches Dramatic Writing

Learn the rules of drama, the nuances of dialogue, and the skills to develop your own voice and create your masterpiece.

• MasterClass
• 4 hours 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Shonda Rhimes Teaches Writing For Television

Shonda teaches you how to create compelling characters, write a pilot, pitch your idea, and stand out in the writers’ room.

• MasterClass
• 6 hours 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

David Baldacci Teaches Mystery And Thriller Writing

Learn how to write a novel with red herrings, clues, and plot twists that will keep your readers turning the pages.

• MasterClass
• 3 hours 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Billy Collins Teaches Reading And Writing Poetry

Billy teaches you to appreciate the emotional pull of poetry. Learn his approach to exploring subjects, incorporating humor, and finding your voice.

• MasterClass
• 3 hours 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

James Patterson Teaches Writing

In his first online writing class, James Patterson guides you from the start to the finish of your book.

• MasterClass
• 3 hours 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

The Heart and Craft of Writing

Unlock your writing potential with expert tips on crafting vivid, sensory-rich prose. Learn to build unique voices, master pacing, and overcome creative blocks for a compelling first draft.

• CreativeLive
• 1 hour 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Life, Writing, and Real Talk

Life, Writing, and Real Talk with Roxane Gay, Chase Jarvis

• CreativeLive
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Music, Writing, and Time For Change

Music, Writing, and Time For Change with Nabil Ayers, Chase Jarvis

• CreativeLive
• 1 hour 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Amanda Gorman Teaches Writing And Performing Poetry

Amanda Gorman's teaching you her deeply personal approach to writing. She’ll help you find your poetic purpose, fight through revisions, and prepare for performance. Discover poetry’s transcendent power to open minds and create change.

• MasterClass
• 3 hours 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Writing Functions using Java

Master Java function fundamentals, from creating custom methods to handling exceptions, through hands-on projects like bakery calculations, office tools, and employee management systems.

• CodeSignal
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Writing Functions using Kotlin

Master Kotlin function fundamentals, from basic definitions to advanced concepts like overloading, scope, varargs, and named arguments. Create modular, reusable code for efficient programming.

• CodeSignal
• 2 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Writing Functions using Scala

Master Scala function fundamentals through hands-on exercises - from basic syntax to advanced concepts like varargs, named arguments, and function overloading using real-world programming scenarios.

• CodeSignal
• 2 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Career Certificate

Teaching Writing

61 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive program equipping educators with proven methods to enhance student writing across various settings, focusing on process, reluctant writers, specific texts, and effective assessment techniques.

• Coursera
• 8 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 5 courses

Teaching Writing Process

47 ratings at Coursera

Explore effective strategies for teaching writing as a process, emphasizing discovery, low-stakes writing, and reflection to boost students' confidence and skills in various contexts.

• Coursera
• 19 hours 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing

15 ratings at Coursera

Master effective presentations and persuasive writing techniques. Develop skills in slide design, argument structuring, and proposal writing. Learn to adapt communication styles and stay current with industry trends.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course