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About the Course

This course teaches scientists to become more effective writers, using practical examples and exercises. Topics include: principles of good writing, tricks for writing faster and with less anxiety, the format of a scientific manuscript, peer review, grant writing, ethical issues in scientific publication, and writing for general audiences....

Top reviews

SD

Feb 25, 2020

Respected Dr.kristiani sainani madam and coursera.

I thank you for the wonderful classes and presentations, it really didn't made me feel that i was learning online course but as in class learning.

AL

Jun 3, 2019

This was an amazing course that really helped me with my medical writing skills and understanding how making things clear for all audiences can help in spreading scientific knowledge across the world.

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By Kyvia T

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Mar 5, 2021

Excellent course! I learned a lot about how to write clearly and concisely. In addition, on the importance of scientific dissemination to the lay public.

By vamsi k

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Dec 6, 2020

This is a course I enjoyed and learned thoroughly. Realized many mistakes that I used to do. I will suggest this course to every youngster into research.

By Asma'a Y

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Apr 13, 2021

It was very informative and addressed many types of writing along with the ample amount of practice

I'd definitely recommend it especially for beginners

By Aleksandra K

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Jan 23, 2021

I think that course was great! It really helped me in critical thinking. Dr. Kristin Sainani is the best Instructor I could have (wish we meet one day).

By Jennifer

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Sep 9, 2020

Excellent course, delivered in a clear and concise format. I would highly recommend this course to anyone seeking to improve their basic writing skills.

By Vinitha R P

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Mar 21, 2020

Very good course. Informative and hands on. The activities given were thought triggering. Good luck. I hope many more scholars benefit from this course.

By Maya J

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Oct 18, 2017

Great explanations and lots of good editing practice. A lot of online english classes don’t work for me, but I finally found this one that really does!

By Lama S

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Aug 1, 2023

The best writing course so far with real examples. The instructor made this a fun and engaging experience. I would take all her courses. She's amazing!

By Diane G

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Sep 6, 2022

I found this class a wonderful reminder of how essential it is to be clear and concise. It also helped me gain more confidence in my writing ability.

By Parimita V

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Aug 4, 2021

I thoroughly enjoyed the course. It helped me improve my editing skills and also made me write more creatively to make the content look more appealing.

By Sankara N D

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Aug 15, 2020

I recommend this course to all graduate students who are pursuing PhDs. You get wonderful writing skills that help you while writing research articles.

By Gerardo M

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Aug 3, 2020

Add more questions during the videos from the modules. It makes students pay more attention and also gives a welcomed pause to all the new information.

By Joana R

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Aug 22, 2018

Great course! Found it entertaining and very useful! Got a lot of guidelines and tips that I will definetively use in the future! Highly recomended! :)

By Ema

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Dec 2, 2017

This is an Excellent course for students , researchers and for anyone who is working in science, Thank you very much to the Instructor for her efforts!

By Anushesh D

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Feb 10, 2022

Thank you Dr Kristin Sainani for a wonderful course design. The course will definitely help a lot of students with their paper editing and submission.

By Ashfaque A K

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Jul 20, 2021

This writing course helped me to understand and notice the secretes of scientific writing. I suggest this course who are in biological science field.

By Heidi A T

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May 9, 2021

Very helpful. I learned how to actually write, and the process and steps to do so. I cannot wait to use the new skills that I have to write something!

By Jackie H

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Jan 10, 2021

Only complaint: I love Donald Trump and you were critical of him. Kinda wish this would have been left out of the course; otherwise, loved the course!

By Andro S

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Nov 13, 2020

The course is very informative and hands-on. I learned so much writing practices from this course and I highly recommend that all students to take it.

By Isabel S

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Oct 12, 2020

Some material is review, but overall this course was useful in reinforcing how we should be writing and giving us the tools and examples to get there.

By Rodrigo L V

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Jan 16, 2019

Great course! You do not only learn how to write, edit, and review in science, but you also get immersed in the world of the communication of science.

By Tom R

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Jul 11, 2018

As an immigrant, this is the best way to study and I recommend it to all. Find time and improve on your education qualifications. This is the gateway.

By Jessa I

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Apr 10, 2018

This course really broadened my perspective in writing in the sciences. It also taught me a lot of principles that will help me for my thesis writing.

By Benjamin K

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Apr 26, 2023

The information is presented in a logical and useful manner. It not only talks about writing but also about editing and analyzing the work of others.

By Ibrahim L

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Mar 13, 2022

This course has changed my writing style. I am now writing with confidence, conciseness, and clarity. Thank you, Dr Cobb, for doing an excellent job.