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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Writing in the Sciences by Stanford University

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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....

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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.

SP

May 10, 2019

Fantastic course that's hard to fault. I am not a working scientist but an inspiring writer in the medical / scientific field. This couse refreshed my knowledge and taught me a lot more. Thank you.

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By VAIBHAVI P

Jan 27, 2026

I am unable to get a certificate even after course completion and having a Coursera Plus subscription

By Robert C

Jun 13, 2024

The course is not optimal for theoretical physics. Only a few units are useful.

By Pratham R

Sep 22, 2025

I completed whole course but 99 % showing in course history. Solve the issue

By ragavi u

Jul 5, 2023

not well

By isaac h

Dec 8, 2022

Boring

By Saniya k

Feb 8, 2025

Bad