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      Skillshare

      Canva Design Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Typography, Logo Design, Branding, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Video Production, Design, Color Theory, Competitive Analysis, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Design Software, Document Management, Design Elements And Principles, Content Creation, Photo Editing, File Management, Design Strategies, Image Quality

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Improve your productivity and performance with Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Infographics, Marketing Collateral, Design, Marketing Materials, Creative Design, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Productivity, Color Theory, Presentations, Digital Content, Organizational Skills, Planning, Editing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Virginia

      Дизайн-мышление в инновационной деятельности

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ideation, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Presentations, Creativity, Storytelling, Data Visualization, Strategic Thinking, Case Studies, Test Tools, Leadership and Management, Marketing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Negociación y Resolución de Conflictos

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Self-Awareness, Creative Problem-Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      109 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      Cloud and AWS Basics

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity and Access Management, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Platforms, Public Cloud, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Scalability

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Ultimate Graphic Design Course: Create 40 Practical Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Design Reviews, Graphic and Visual Design, Creative Design, Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Peer Review, Infographics, Motion Graphics, Content Creation, Animations, Image Quality, Advertising, Color Theory, Online Advertising

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Exploratorium

      Tinkering Fundamentals: Motion and Mechanisms

      Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Creativity, Mechanics, Research, Creative Problem-Solving, Experimentation, Innovation, Mechanical Design, Aesthetics, Construction

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Care Management, Patient Advocacy, Psychosocial Assessments, Family Support, Mental Health, Stress Management, Cultural Diversity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      91 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to make invitations using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Digital Design, Creative Design, Design and Product, Event Management, Computer Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      EIT Digital

      Innovation & Entrepreneurship - From Design Thinking to Funding

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Customer Insights, Business Planning, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Market Opportunities, Entrepreneurial Finance, Product Management, Creativity, Product Strategy, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Fundraising

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      152 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      SQL CASE Statements

      Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, SQL, Query Languages, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Database Development, Data Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidad Nacional de Colombia

      Patentes: un recorrido desde su significado hasta su búsqueda

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Statistical Analysis, Keyword Research, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Competitive Intelligence, Market Research, Data Analysis, Trend Analysis, Innovation, Databases

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular creative writing courses

    • Canva Design Essentials: Skillshare
    • Improve your productivity and performance with Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Дизайн-мышление в инновационной деятельности: University of Virginia
    • Negociación y Resolución de Conflictos: Universidad de Palermo
    • Cloud and AWS Basics: LearnKartS
    • Ultimate Graphic Design Course: Create 40 Practical Projects: Packt
    • Tinkering Fundamentals: Motion and Mechanisms: Exploratorium
    • Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care: University of Colorado System
    • How to make invitations using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Innovation & Entrepreneurship - From Design Thinking to Funding: EIT Digital

    Why Learn Creative Writing?

    Creative writing is the craft of expressing ideas, emotions, and stories through original works like fiction, poetry, and personal essays. It fosters imagination, strengthens communication skills, and helps writers connect with audiences in meaningful ways. Learning creative writing can open doors to artistic growth, storytelling careers, and new forms of self-expression.

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