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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.


Popular Literacy Courses and Certifications


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    SAS

    AI Literacy: Responsible, Trustworthy, Effective

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Agentic systems, AI Security, Discussion Facilitation, Business Ethics, Embeddings, Regulatory Compliance, Case Studies, Data Synthesis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, SAS (Software), AI Workflows, Analytics, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Operations Management, Operational Efficiency, Financial Statement Analysis, Return On Investment, Accrual Accounting, Human Capital, Process Analysis, Branding, Financial Accounting, Marketing, Process Management, People Management, Strategic Marketing, Capital Budgeting, Financial Reporting, Finance, Peer Review, Project Design, Corporate Finance

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Building Basic English Skills A1/A2

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

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Digital Literacy: Introduction to Using Computers

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Computer Literacy, Microsoft Office, Email Security, Computer Hardware, Computer Security Awareness Training, Spreadsheet Software, digital literacy, Information Management, Safety and Security

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Global Affairs Explained

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, Political Sciences, International Finance, Public Policies, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Health, Economic Development, Governance, Social Sciences, Immigration Law, Culture, Socioeconomics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics, Negotiation, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of Sydney

    Academic Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Editing, Research, Creative Thinking, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Brainstorming, digital literacy, Communication, Information Management, Analytical Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, English Language, Writing, Language Competency, Complex Problem Solving, Literacy, Professionalism

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Computer Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, digital literacy, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Computer Systems, Data Security, Risk Management, System Design and Implementation, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Software Development Methodologies, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Productivity, Safety and Security, Process Design

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Transform Financial Data: Recall & Import

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Analysis, JSON, Data Transformation, Financial Data, Power BI, Data Wrangling, Data Import/Export, Automation, Business Reporting, Data Cleansing, Extract, Transform, Load, Financial Reporting, Data Structures, Data Pipelines, Data Governance, Data Integrity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Analysis, Human Resource Strategy, Operations Research, Financial Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Analytics, Operational Efficiency, Predictive Analytics, Customer Insights, Financial Data, Operational Analysis, Peer Review, Human Resources, Financial Accounting, Business Operations

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Oralpha: Literacy for new citizens, a course for trainers

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Multilingualism, Teaching, Intercultural Competence, Language Learning, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Literacy, Diversity Training, Social Sciences, Student-Centred Learning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Must-Know Concepts - Basic requirements for data analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Matplotlib, Analytics, Probability Distribution, Data Processing, Statistical Methods, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability, Data Cleansing, Computer Programming Tools, Data Collection, Performance Measurement, Python Programming, Technical Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Optimize Patient Records: Navigate, Enter, and File

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Office Procedures, Medical Terminology, Health Care Administration, Health Information Management, Clinical Documentation, Document Management, Data Entry, File Management, Vital Signs, Document Control, Data Capture

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • AI Literacy: Responsible, Trustworthy, Effective: SAS
  • Business Foundations: University of Pennsylvania
  • Building Basic English Skills A1/A2: University of California, Davis
  • Digital Literacy: Introduction to Using Computers: Coursera
  • Global Affairs Explained: Council on Foreign Relations
  • Academic Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney
  • Introduction to Computer Information Systems: University of California, Irvine
  • Transform Financial Data: Recall & Import: Coursera
  • Business Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
  • Oralpha: Literacy for new citizens, a course for trainers: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

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