Writing Courses

Becoming the Next Bill Nye: Writing and Hosting the Educational Show (January IAP 2015)

Becoming the Next Bill Nye is about using video production techniques to develop your ability to engagingly convey your passions for science, technology, engineering, and / or math.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• 21 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Writing in Tonal Forms II

Advance your composition skills in tonal music, exploring sonata-form writing for string quartet and experimenting with expanded tonal techniques from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Learn to Teach Java: Writing Classes and Arrays

14 ratings at Coursera

Learn Java class design and arrays, and gain skills to teach these concepts effectively using the CS Awesome textbook. Ideal for AP Computer Science A instructors or university-level programming teachers.

• Coursera
• 13 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Business Writing

5 ratings

This course will teach you how to apply the top ten principles of good business writing to your work, how to deploy simple tools to dramatically improve your writing, and how to execute organization, structure, and revision to communicate more masterfull…

• Coursera
• 12 hours 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Script Writing: Write a Pilot Episode for a TV or Web Series (Project-Centered Course)

795 ratings at Coursera

Learn to craft a compelling TV or web series pilot script through hands-on writing exercises, peer feedback, and structured guidance. Develop your unique concept into a polished, pitch-ready screenplay and series bible.

• Coursera
• 21 hours 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Writing, Running, and Fixing Code in C

832 ratings at Coursera

Learn to write, compile, run, test, and debug C code efficiently using a systematic approach and best practices for novice and professional programmers.

• Coursera
• 20 hours 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Better Business Writing in English

514 ratings at Coursera

Do you need to write more easily and effectively in English? This course will provide the tools to help you do just that.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

How to Write a Winning Resume - Top Resume Writing Tips

9 ratings

Learn top resume writing techniques to create a standout application, including crafting compelling summaries, formatting for ATS, and highlighting achievements for various experience levels.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Cursive Writing for Beginners

9 ratings

Learn cursive handwriting techniques for beginners, covering alphabet formation, words, and sentences. Practice with various topics like animals, colors, and shapes to improve skills.

• YouTube
• 3 hours 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

English for Effective Business Writing

478 ratings at Coursera

This course aims to improve your Business English writing skills by developing your use of vocabulary, grammar, understanding of different business writing genres, and your ability to write professional business documents.

• Coursera
• 1 day 5 hours 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Strategic Writing for Technical Leaders

23 ratings at Coursera

Enhance managerial writing skills to influence teams and decision-makers. Learn to craft effective letters, research proposals, and executive summaries for professional success in leadership roles.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Scientific Writing for Research Grant Proposals

29 ratings at Coursera

Master persuasive scientific writing for biomedical research grants. Learn key principles, paragraph structuring, and sentence organization to enhance clarity and impact in your proposals.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Writing with Generative AI

19 ratings at Coursera

Explore generative AI for writing, learning to evaluate tools, understand context, assess ethical considerations, and effectively integrate AI into your writing process.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Transmedia Writing

66 ratings at Coursera

Develop an original story across multiple platforms: novel, screenplay, and video game. Learn writing techniques, adapt content, and engage in peer reviews to enhance creativity and critical thinking.

• Coursera
• 22 hours 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Career Certificate

Songwriting: Writing, Arranging, and Producing Music

2095 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive songwriting program covering lyrics, melody, arrangement, and production using Ableton Live. Develop hit-making strategies and transform ideas into polished demos with guidance from award-winning Berklee faculty.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 3 courses