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University of Michigan

Good with Words: Writing and Editing

University of Michigan via Coursera Specialization

Overview

Perhaps the most important thing students and professionals of all kinds can do to improve their effectiveness is embrace the following advice: become good with words. This series of courses targets the writing side of that recommendation. The skills it focuses on include everything from how to arrange a complex set of information in a reader-friendly way, to how to give and receive high-quality feedback, to how to consistently hit deadlines. Part of Professor Barry’s proceeds from this course will be donated to the COVID-19 relief efforts of Ozone House, a shelter for homeless youth in Southeastern Michigan where he regularly conducts job-training workshops. These proceeds come from purchases of the version of the course that earns you a certificate. The course remains free for anyone who is simply auditing.

Syllabus

Course 1: Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order
- Offered by University of Michigan. This course will teach you how to use your written words to become more persuasive. You’ll learn creative ... Enroll for free.

Course 2: Writing and Editing: Structure and Organization
- Offered by University of Michigan. This second course in the Good with Words: Writing and Editing series will help you become an effective ... Enroll for free.

Course 3: Writing and Editing: Drafting
- Offered by University of Michigan. This third course in the “Good with Words: Writing and Editing” series will give you a number of ... Enroll for free.

Course 4: Writing and Editing: Revising
- Offered by University of Michigan. This fourth and final course in the “Good with Words: Writing and Editing” series will help you master ... Enroll for free.

Courses

Taught by

Patrick Barry

Reviews

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  • A wonderful class! The instructor is really great. He also suggests so many good books to read! The coursebook that is available online is great too. If you like this class, also check out the next specialization on Speaking and Presenting by the same instructor.

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