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    Creative writing courses can help you learn how to craft original stories, poems, and personal essays by exploring narrative techniques and expressive language.

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      National Taiwan University

      International Communication and East Asian Affairs (3)

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Large Language Modeling, Media and Communications, Electronic Media, Storytelling, Responsible AI, International Relations, Research, Writing, Natural Language Processing, Emerging Technologies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Fundamentals of Programming Using Flowchart and Pseudocode

      Skills you'll gain: Pseudocode, Programming Principles, Software Visualization, Computational Logic, Debugging, Computer Programming, Graphical Tools

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      IntelliJ IDEA Case Study - Stock Management System

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design, IntelliJ IDEA, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Java, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Command-Line Interface

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Description Design for Interactive Learning Resources

      Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education Software and Technology, Peer Review, Design Reviews, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, Usability, Software Design Patterns, Web Design, Experience Design, Usability Testing, Technical Documentation, Design Strategies, Technical Writing, Simulations

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Product R&D Teams

      Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Generative AI, Innovation, New Product Development, Product Development, Responsible AI, Process Development, Ideation, Brainstorming, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IESE Business School

      Parte 3: Design Thinking de la idea al prototipo

      Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Design Thinking, Brainstorming, Solution Design, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Meeting Facilitation, Collaboration

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      First Steps in Visme

      Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Project Design, Graphic Design, Presentations, Data Visualization, Data Sharing, User Accounts, Social Media Content, Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Board Infinity

      Smart Contracts - Blockchain Technology Applied

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Secure Coding, Legal Technology, Code Review, Application Security, Program Development, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Deployment, Development Testing, Debugging

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crear un panel de inspiración para su marca con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Creative Design, Branding, Graphic and Visual Design, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Brand Strategy, Marketing Collateral, Brand Management, Account Management, Marketing Communications

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create an Affinity Diagram Using Creately

      Skills you'll gain: Process Flow Diagrams, Ideation, Brainstorming, Cooperation, Teamwork, Creativity, Data Visualization, Creative Thinking, Organizational Skills, Productivity

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Data Management with SQL

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Database Design, Relational Databases, Databases, Query Languages, Performance Tuning, Data Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      Data Management, Reports, and Dashboards

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Salesforce, Data Import/Export, Data Cleansing, Data Management, Data Storytelling, Business Reporting, Report Writing, Data Validation, Data Security, Scheduling

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • International Communication and East Asian Affairs (3): National Taiwan University
    • Fundamentals of Programming Using Flowchart and Pseudocode: Packt
    • IntelliJ IDEA Case Study - Stock Management System: EDUCBA
    • Description Design for Interactive Learning Resources: University of Colorado Boulder
    • GenAI for Product R&D Teams: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Parte 3: Design Thinking de la idea al prototipo: IESE Business School
    • First Steps in Visme: Coursera Project Network
    • Smart Contracts - Blockchain Technology Applied: Board Infinity
    • Crear un panel de inspiración para su marca con Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Create an Affinity Diagram Using Creately: Coursera Project Network

    Why Learn Creative Writing?

    Creative writing is the craft of expressing ideas, emotions, and stories through original works like fiction, poetry, and personal essays. It fosters imagination, strengthens communication skills, and helps writers connect with audiences in meaningful ways. Learning creative writing can open doors to artistic growth, storytelling careers, and new forms of self-expression.

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