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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

AA

Jan 11, 2023

The best course I attain in Coursera. I struggled a lot to write my first manuscript and it took a lot of time. This course is beneficial for all scientific students. I highly recommended this course.

IA

Aug 25, 2020

A very helpful course. My writing has improved significantly in these 8 weeks. I highly recommend this course to everyone. Thank you Dr. Kristin Sainani and Coursera for bringing this course together.

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By Angelos R

Mar 25, 2020

Very usefull course. The best way to practise your english an learn how to write properly.

By Abid R

Sep 11, 2019

Exceptional Course which help me to improve my writing. Instructor is awesome in teaching.

By Lan A P

Dec 11, 2017

One of the most helpful course I've learnt so far. Thank you so much, Dr. Kristin Sainani!

By Pavitra B

May 13, 2023

I got to learn a lot.

The social media section can be updated to include LinkedIN as well.

By 祁欣然

Jan 6, 2023

It's a rewarding course that helps newcomers a lot on how to start to write academically.

By onuh s

Oct 21, 2022

The content of this course is life changing and a powerful eyeopener for all scientists.

By vilosh r

Sep 20, 2022

this course provided a unique and different approach to academic research writinh to aca

By DANIEL S G

Apr 12, 2022

I am not English-native and this course gave me many tools to improve my writing skills.

By Ingrid L

Oct 19, 2021

An enlightening and necessary course not only for professionals with a scientific career.

By Deidra D

Apr 11, 2021

Very insightful online prep course for graduate nursing school and post-graduate writing.

By Zhenyu Z

Apr 6, 2021

Highly recommended writing course! I wish I have done this course at the start of my PhD.

By ellen g

Sep 3, 2020

I loved this! Felt engaged, the instruction was spot on for content, speed, and approach.

By Viola B

Jul 31, 2020

I have learned so much, the lessons have changed the way I write. Thanks for this course!

By Biplab B

May 21, 2020

A very good and thorough course. The course is very helpful with many practice questions.

By Gabriella L

Jun 18, 2018

Amazing course! Great tips for writing, even more if you're not a native english speaker!

By Tamara M

Jun 15, 2018

I've always struggled with writing but this course has help me more than I could imagine!

By Karina C

Jun 10, 2018

This is a really complete course for writing scientific papers. I´d higly recommend it !!

By Alissa R

Jun 8, 2023

This course gave me a great starting point to explore a non-clinical phase of my career.

By Meenu S

Sep 27, 2022

Well-versed design for academic writing. Got clear direction to refine research writing.

By Thea V

Sep 7, 2022

Really easy to follow. Learned a lot of tips and information about writing in academia.

By Johannes K

Jun 15, 2022

A very helpful course for understanding the writing process in scientific paper writing.

By Michael-Eke, A J

Mar 4, 2022

Very insightful for beginners and people that want to add to their knowledge of writing.

By Jelena A

Nov 18, 2021

I am totally impressed by this course! Would love to take another by Dr Kristin Sainani.

By Susan A

Mar 25, 2021

This course was simply amazing. Quite engaging and well delivered. Thank you Dr Kristin!

By Carlos A G

Jan 21, 2021

Great course and great teaching from Dr. Sainani. I especially enjoy the first 6 modules