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    Master essay writing for academic success. Learn to structure, research, and write persuasive and coherent essays.

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      Google

      Use AI as a Creative or Expert Partner

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Simulations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      123 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Fundamentos de la escritura académica

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Writing, Literacy, Proofreading, Editing, Language Competency

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Interviewing and Resume Writing in English

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

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      749 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Peking University

      Chinese Characters for beginner 汉字

      Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Vocabulary, Literacy, Oral Comprehension, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Wesleyan University

      Writing a Personal Essay

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Editing, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Detail Oriented

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Duke University

      Writing, Running, and Fixing Code in C

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Software Testing, Program Development, Pseudocode, Simulations, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Development Environment, C (Programming Language), Command-Line Interface

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      804 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Java Programming: Principles of Software Design

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, Software Design, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Data Structures, Performance Testing, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Berklee

      El Músico Moderno

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Media Production, Music Performance, Storytelling, Instrumental Music, Writing, Post-Production, Creativity, Timelines, File Management, Editing, Automation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      780 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Nanjing University

      Translation in Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Language Competency, Vocabulary, English Language, Writing and Editing, Grammar, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      245 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      California Institute of the Arts

      Story and Narrative Development for Video Games

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Storytelling, Software Design Documents, Ideation, Storyboarding, Writing, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Lund University

      European Business Law: Understanding the Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, International Relations, European History, Regulatory Compliance, Business Economics, Compliance Management, Environmental Laws, E-Commerce, Public Policies, Case Law, Labor Law, Commercial Laws, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      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

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

    • Use AI as a Creative or Expert Partner: Google
    • Fundamentos de la escritura académica: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Interviewing and Resume Writing in English: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Chinese Characters for beginner 汉字: Peking University
    • Writing a Personal Essay: Wesleyan University
    • Writing, Running, and Fixing Code in C: Duke University
    • Java Programming: Principles of Software Design: Duke University
    • El Músico Moderno: Berklee
    • Translation in Practice: Nanjing University
    • Story and Narrative Development for Video Games: California Institute of the Arts

    Frequently Asked Questions about Essay Writing

    Essay writing is the process of composing short pieces of non-fiction writing called essays. An essay generally expressed a view of a single topic or subject based on the writer's perspective, and essays can be formal or informal in style and tone. You often must conduct research in one form or another to develop your understanding of the subject before you can effectively write an essay. Formal essays often revolve around a thesis statement that serves as the central idea you're writing about, while informal essays are less rigid in structure.‎

    A thorough grasp of essay writing techniques is beneficial to anybody whose career involves writing of any sort because the skills that essay writing requires can also help you write a good email, business proposal, or academic report. The research involved in writing essays gives you a stronger base of knowledge while using good grammar and writing skills helps you to communicate more effectively in every area of your life. Essay writing can also help you process the things that you learn and explain them to others.‎

    If you have proficiency in essay writing, you'll be able to use your skill in various communications careers, as well as in the general business world. You can work as a journalist, editor, freelance writer, advertising copywriter, or communications director and apply essay writing skills directly on a daily basis. Essay writing gives you a set of skills that can also benefit you in many other careers. If you need to write a speech, grant proposal, company blog post, or any other piece of writing, you'll be able to call on the skills that essay writing has allowed you to develop.‎

    When you study essay writing with online courses on Coursera, you can learn the nuts and bolts of how to write an effective essay as well as how to apply that knowledge in your career. The online essay writing courses on Coursera bring you content that will help you grow as a writer. Start with a basic survey of essay writing, and branch out to more specific topics like how to write a personal essay, how to turn your essay into a persuasive speech, and advanced grammar.‎

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

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Essay 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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