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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 12, 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.

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 Isabel S

Oct 12, 2020

Some material is review, but overall this course was useful in reinforcing how we should be writing and giving us the tools and examples to get there.

By Rodrigo L V

Jan 16, 2019

Great course! You do not only learn how to write, edit, and review in science, but you also get immersed in the world of the communication of science.

By Tom R

Jul 12, 2018

As an immigrant, this is the best way to study and I recommend it to all. Find time and improve on your education qualifications. This is the gateway.

By Jessa I

Apr 10, 2018

This course really broadened my perspective in writing in the sciences. It also taught me a lot of principles that will help me for my thesis writing.

By Benjamin K

Apr 26, 2023

The information is presented in a logical and useful manner. It not only talks about writing but also about editing and analyzing the work of others.

By Ibrahim L

Mar 13, 2022

This course has changed my writing style. I am now writing with confidence, conciseness, and clarity. Thank you, Dr Cobb, for doing an excellent job.

By Fahad A

Feb 19, 2022

It was a great and comprehensive course to learn many things about academic writing. Thank you very much for this free course, it is really helpful.

By i212315 M U A

Dec 16, 2021

It is one of foundation course if you want excel your writing skills it will help you take from basic to professional in writing .Highly recommended.

By Blessing E T

Jul 15, 2020

This is an excellent and valuable course with a brilliant and highly experienced tutor. Even non-scientists should gain innumerably from the content.

By Irish E A

Jun 9, 2020

Dr. Sainini is an excellent lecturer! I learned a lot and the course offered me new tips that I can surely apply in my current postgraduate research.

By Philemon U

Nov 26, 2018

Excellent course! Thank you Dr. Sainani. This course should be in the curriculum for scientific postgraduate/graduate study programs in universities.

By Tejaswini A

Nov 4, 2024

Best course!

This course has helped me write and edit Statement of Interest, which I had to submit to different colleges while applying for admission

By Arfa T

Dec 30, 2023

Absolutely loved every bit of this course. Would totally recommend it to all scientific writers. Thanks to Ms. Kristin for bringing this value-bomb!

By Sara C A V

Apr 19, 2023

Muy interesante y claro, aprendi bastante aspectos claves a la hora de redactar y editar articulos cientificos. Todos los modulos fueron pertinentes

By Prachi M

Jun 1, 2020

Very nice course. Great increase in my knowledge about scientific writing. Nice writing techniques explain very well. I really liked the demo edits.

By Cynthy

May 27, 2020

This course is very helpful, especially the first three modules. It would be more useful if I had the chance to take this course in graduate school.

By Aman

Apr 28, 2020

Excellent teaching. I learned a lot about how to develop elegance in one's writing. Expected nothing less from Stanford. Truly the best of the best.

By Paramvir S

Jul 26, 2024

Amazing course to improve writing and editing skills, especially because of the fact that the quality of the Stanford University is really special.

By K. L E

Dec 26, 2022

I enjoyed learning to speak in the active voice and making the story a reader friendly experience. Thank you Coursera and Writing for the Sciences.

By Martin L

Sep 18, 2022

I really liked the teacher. I felt the material was useful and succint. Would recommend to others hoping to specifically focus on science writing.

By Чеглаков А Н

Jun 7, 2021

It is an intelligent and compelling course. It made me aware of many ins and outs of publishing process and helped to write my first article draft.

By Durgaprasad

Dec 28, 2020

Best course for research and writing skills development. Very straightforward with good content and thank you for your very succinct clarification.

By pallavi l

Dec 2, 2020

The course is intelligently designed and presented so that it useful for both amateurs and those who have experience. Above all its very engaging.

By Lieke v G

Nov 23, 2020

This is a very good course, I learned a lot from the lectures provided. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to start writing scientifically.

By Ingrid R C

Jun 25, 2020

One of the best teachers I´ve ever known. Explains with clarity, her voice is perfectly modulated. Her knowledge and its transmission: impressive!