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Learner Reviews & Feedback for English Composition I by Duke University

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About the Course

You will gain a foundation for college-level writing valuable for nearly any field. Students will learn how to read carefully, write effective arguments, understand the writing process, engage with others' ideas, cite accurately, and craft powerful prose. Course Learning Objectives • Summarize, analyze, question, and evaluate written and visual texts • Argue and support a position • Recognize audience and disciplinary expectations • Identify and use the stages of the writing process • Identify characteristics of effective prose • Apply proper citation practices • Discuss applying your writing knowledge to other writing occasions...

Top reviews

KN

Jun 15, 2021

I am so lucky to get enrolled in this course. It introduced me to the nuanced ways of Academic research writing and Publishing the Papers. Thank you so much to the Instructor and course coordinators.

MR

Mar 6, 2021

This course was a blast to learn through, I've learned so much about using methods of how to write effectively which fundamentally changed the ways of how I should approach writing my own story.

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By Andy L

Jan 26, 2021

A superb course led by a fantastic teacher. A little long in the number of weeks it ran but all-in-all I'm very happy with the quality of information.

By Babara O

Dec 27, 2023

This course is quite extensive and easy to learn. It has so much value and provides adequate knowledge and resources that are not limited to writing.

By Lu A M

Nov 26, 2022

Super recomendado el curso con enseñanzas avansadas para cada persona , me ayudo mucho en mi desarrollo personal y a seguir aprendiendo un poco mas

By Shalesh K

Jul 24, 2020

Great course for students pursuing career in writing. I recommend this course for everyone since writing is an integral part no matter what you do.

By katherine H

Sep 28, 2020

I learned so much.I never thought I could be a writer. Now I have the tools and skills to be a better reader and a better writer. I am on my way.

By UDISHA M 2

Sep 21, 2024

Great course, I had a great time learning. I can tell that as I leave the course, I'm a better writer than I ever was. Thank you Prof.Comer.

By Vasudha P

Mar 20, 2020

This course is very valuable in understanding the nuances of writing. The peer-graded assignments are a wonderful way of improving oneself.

By Isabella Q

Nov 12, 2017

It was an amazing experience to improve my wrinting skills in English. I feel grateful to learn as much as I did in this course. Thanks!

By Sadial N

Sep 27, 2021

It was an amazing experience, with Dr. Denise Comer. I came to learn lot of new things. Thanks a bunch to Proffesor Comer adn Coursera.

By Siobhan B

Mar 27, 2018

This is a great course for people who want to truly improve their writing skills.. Dr. Comer is smart, practical, and very plugged in!

By Shunyo M

Aug 30, 2019

The Proffessor is self aware in a manor that promotes me to allow myself to look at my timeline and look back at my path. Great Class.

By Raena S

Jan 28, 2017

One of the best course for learners who want coaching as well as practical work in academic writing. Very interesting and engaging!!

By Arya D

Jul 10, 2021

Since I'm in 5th grade, I wasn't able to do some activities. But the things I were able to do made my my full of ideas! Thank You!

By Linda T

Sep 27, 2021

After applying for this course, I have acquired an invaluable amount of experience upon academic writing. Thank you so much!

By Isis G B C

Apr 9, 2020

I liked the English Composition I Course, I learned many tools to improve the writing. Activities were essentials to learn.

By João M

Oct 5, 2020

Curso excelente, indico para todos que queiram aprender com mais profundidade as técnicas da escrita da língua inglesa.

By Abdoulaye O

Dec 27, 2016

very interesting course. The fundamental of english language. It was a pleasure for me to follow that class.

Thank you!

By Forrest

Dec 15, 2017

If I could give a review 10 stars out of 5, I would! This course was amazing, and I definitely would recommend it

By Miurun T

Jul 2, 2021

Pretty awesome!! My first college course ever and I passed it without judgement. I feel like i can do anything!

By 胡启涛

Oct 29, 2016

Thanks for providing this excellent course. I really want to improve my skills to write and think academicly.

By Neytan V

Mar 14, 2023

Incredible content, incredible professor and incredible skills of writing! I'm grateful to be part of this.

By MPearsall

Feb 2, 2017

Dr. Comer is an excellent presenter. She makes you feel welcome and positive about each module. Thank you.

By Seema T

Aug 17, 2019

I really liked it, I never wrote an analysis, or an op-ed before this course. So it helped me a lot.

By EMELY N T F

Mar 18, 2023

Excellent course. I really enjoyed it and leraned sooo much. THANK YOU COURSERA. THANK YOU DUKE.

By Allan H

May 15, 2021

Great Couse I have learnt more of my own writing and University-level writing than I have ever done