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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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Feb 24, 2023

This is a great course! I have learned new knowledge that is far beyond my expectation! Highly recommend for young scientists to attend this course to learn basic principles in writing in the science!

SO

Jun 23, 2019

Great course. Learned so much that will help me be a better writer and editor, not only in the sciences, but in other areas. A fantastic professor, clear thinking, speaking, writing. an inspiration.

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By Mayur K

Sep 19, 2018

This is simple a fantastic course. It helped me re-learn on how to remove clutter, organize ideas and use grammar creatively.

By Luis D P

Mar 4, 2025

Dr. Kristin Sainani is a great professor! I have a long career and that is one of the best courses I have taken. Thank you!

By Soe M M

Jun 22, 2023

Because of this course's help,my writing has improved,and I have become aware of how to manage my time when writing a paper.

By GLENDA N P

Oct 23, 2022

This course summons up all the tools necessary to take the first steps into writing science articles. Highly recommendable!

By Luis M L

Apr 24, 2022

I learned a lot from this course. I feel more confident at writing scientific papers, now. I fully recommend it to take it.

By Tsega M

Mar 24, 2022

i happy to see my result! and also the course is interesting me. i a have a question how can i get the certificate!? please!

By Ankur S S

Jul 6, 2020

I found this course extremely helpful. Anyone who wants to write better - in science or otherwise - should join this course.

By donphy

Sep 22, 2019

I like this course so much. This was the first course I finished in coursera. I found it's so helpful for my Ph.D. program.

By Min J K K

Mar 21, 2018

It is a well explained, easy to understand, helpful course for beginners. It offers a wide introduction. Very recommendable!

By Hajou A

Sep 3, 2024

Complete course. I am able to write clear and concise reports which helped me in my doctoral thesis. I highly recommend it.

By Sincengile N

Aug 17, 2022

very good course. I am a better writer now and more aware of my writing - and stuff that doesnt need to go into a document

By Mohamed Z

Nov 2, 2021

This course was very helpful. It improved my writing. Thanks stanford for this course, and thanks coursera for the acccess.

By Ana K C A

Aug 16, 2021

Excellent course. I learned a lot and not just about writing. It will be very helpful for my career. I highly recommend it.

By Meghana M

Aug 12, 2020

I recommend this course to everyone who are beginning their journey in the field of research. It is totally worth the time!

By Brooke C L

Aug 2, 2020

I learned a lot and it has greatly improved my ability to write. Now I feel confident while writing and editing for others.

By Sara C

Jun 26, 2020

For as much as I dislike writing, I thought this course did a great job teaching me what to concentrate on when I do write.

By Noel Z M

May 26, 2020

Es un curso excelente, lo recomiendo para estudiantes de posgrado interesados en realizar próximas publicaciones académicas

By Laurene D

Oct 31, 2019

I have learned a lot from this course that will be invaluable in my profession as well as in many areas of life. Thank you.

By Anas Z

Aug 27, 2019

I've never seen such in my life.

It is very structured and the content is great and very enough to get to a very good level

By Wasikul A B

Sep 12, 2023

It's an excellent course for learning how to write research papers. You can learn a lot. I suggest this course to you all.

By Nguyễn T T N

Sep 3, 2021

This course is super useful for young scientist (even experienced one can learn something). Highly recommend for everyone.

By Ashley W

Jul 27, 2021

This course was very helpful and informative. The instructor did a great job presenting and making the videos interesting.

By Misbah T

Jun 28, 2021

Every student associated with science and writing must take this course. Thank you so much Coursera and Dr.Krisitn Sainani

By Ivo H

Mar 19, 2021

Comprehensive course that covers many different aspects of writing. Although being an experienced writer, I learned a lot!

By Josep M B

Feb 3, 2021

Not only this is the best MOOC course I have ever received, also the subject is unavoidable for any researcher. A MUST DO.