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Literacy Courses

Literacy courses can help you learn reading comprehension, writing techniques, critical thinking, and language development. You can build skills in analyzing texts, crafting persuasive arguments, and enhancing vocabulary through various writing styles. Many courses introduce tools like digital storytelling platforms, grammar checkers, and collaborative writing software, which support the application of these skills in real-world contexts.


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Popular Literacy Courses and Certifications


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    The State University of New York

    Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Intercultural Competence, Trustworthiness, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Education and Training, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Higher Education, digital literacy, Communication, Time Management

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Competencias digitales para el mundo académico y laboral

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, digital literacy, Content Creation, Digital Communications, Information Management, Content Management, Web Content, Databases, Computer Literacy, Digital Transformation, Information Privacy, File Management

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    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Exchange and Energy

    Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Respiration, Anatomy, Patient Evaluation, Physiology, Pathology, Clinical Nutrition

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Transforming Your Company's Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Digital Transformation, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Transformation, Presentations, Data Literacy, Decision Making, Dashboard, Business Analytics, Strategic Decision-Making, Customer Engagement, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Customer experience strategy (CX), Data Strategy, Case Studies, Leadership, Stakeholder Communications

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    University of Leeds

    Create a Professional Online Presence

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, LinkedIn, Facebook, Professionalism, digital literacy, Brand Awareness, Content Creation, Relationship Building, Instagram, Information Privacy, Communication Strategies

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    البحث عن عمل في العصر الرقمي | Job Search in the Digital Age

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, LinkedIn, Recruitment, Marketing, digital literacy, Professional Networking, Writing, Professional Development, Negotiation, Self-Awareness, Business Writing, Personal Development, Communication, Branding

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    University of California, Davis

    Basic English Skills: Health & Wellness

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, Literacy, English Language, Language Learning

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    UBITS

    Herramientas ofimáticas básicas para el trabajo

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Report Writing, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Outlook, Business Reporting, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Gmail, Email Automation, Productivity Software, Virtual Teams, Document Management, Computer Literacy, Trend Analysis, Microsoft 365, Organizational Skills

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Indian Economy in a Digital World

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Market Dynamics, E-Commerce, Economics, Economic Development, Payment Processing, FinTech, digital literacy, Business Modeling, Data Strategy, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Innovation, Governance, Emerging Technologies, Cybersecurity, Critical Thinking

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    Radio y Televisión Española

    Competencias y recursos básicos para entornos digitales

    Skills you'll gain: Live Streaming, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production, Journalism, Mobile Development Tools, digital literacy, Digital Communications, Open Source Technology

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    University of Glasgow

    Data-Driven Leadership Skills Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Strategic Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Data Analysis, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Agile Methodology, Project Implementation, Organizational Structure

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    Arizona State University

    Digital Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Research, Content Creation, digital literacy, Storytelling, Creativity, Web Content, Digital Design, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Electronic Media, Multimedia, Diversity Awareness

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular literacy courses

  • Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era: The State University of New York
  • Competencias digitales para el mundo académico y laboral: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Exchange and Energy: Rice University
  • Transforming Your Company's Data Analytics: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Create a Professional Online Presence: University of Leeds
  • البحث عن عمل في العصر الرقمي | Job Search in the Digital Age: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Basic English Skills: Health & Wellness: University of California, Davis
  • Herramientas ofimáticas básicas para el trabajo: UBITS
  • Indian Economy in a Digital World: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Competencias y recursos básicos para entornos digitales: Radio y Televisión Española

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