Overview
You’ll learn creative ways to use syntax, effective techniques for telling stories, and a clever method for arranging a complex series of information. You’ll also get a chance to both professionalize your use of punctuation and add a bit of style and sophistication to how you craft everything from sentences to slogans.
What you will learn during the Writing and Editing - Word Choice and Word Order course offered by Coursera in partnership with University of Michigan:
- Learn how the words you choose can change the decisions people make
- Use syntax strategically
- Write with originality and produce sentences that nobody else can write
- Arrange a complex set of information in a reader-friendly way
Skills you'll gain
- Storytelling
- Writing
- Resourcefulness
- Professionalism
- Lifelong Learning
- Decision Making
- Detail Oriented
- Writing and Editing
- Creativity
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- The Words Under the Words
- The Infinite Power of Grammar
- The Rule of Three
- The Power of the Particular
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 1 days
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
Delivered
Campus Location
- Mountain View, United States
Disciplines
Library Science Creative Writing Liberal Arts View 9 other Short Courses in Liberal Arts in United StatesWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Beginner level
- No prior experience required
Tuition Fees
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Additional Details
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Funding
Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project.