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    Learn storytelling techniques for engaging communication. Understand narrative structures, character development, and effective storytelling methods.

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Designing Effective Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Human Learning, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Education and Training, Writing, Community Outreach, Learning Theory, Pedagogy, Research, Technical Writing, Scientific Methods, Media and Communications, Science and Research, Persuasive Communication, Program Evaluation, Interviewing Skills, Photography, Infographics, Storytelling

      4.7
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      128 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Michigan State University

      Journalism, the future, and you!

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, International Relations, Interviewing Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Storytelling, Safety and Security, Content Creation, Writing and Editing, Digital Publishing, Emerging Technologies, Business Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      374 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Gabriel García Márquez entre el poder, la historia y el amor

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, World History, Art History, Writing, Liberal Arts, Timelines

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      175 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Advanced Interviewing Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Negotiation, Telephone Skills, Recruitment, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Compensation Management, Professionalism, Storytelling, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Analytical Skills

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      147 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Business Intelligence and Competitive Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Data Storytelling, Business Intelligence, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Management Consulting, Business Strategy, Business Consulting, Strategic Thinking, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Analysis, Market Analysis, Business Analysis, Performance Analysis, Benchmarking, Value Engineering, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Root Cause Analysis, Risk Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      240 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Data Visualization Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Power BI, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Dashboard, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Histogram

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Luxury Hospitality & Brand Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Customer experience strategy (CX), Service Design, Change Management, Hospitality Management, Social Media Marketing, Process Mapping, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Media, Hospitality and Food Services, Design Thinking, Brand Marketing, Service Management, Customer experience improvement, Digital Marketing, Design, Social Media Management, Prototyping, Content Marketing, Leadership, Search Engine Optimization

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      180 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Data Visualization with R

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Ggplot2, Plot (Graphics), Shiny (R Package), R Programming, Leaflet (Software), Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Box Plots, Data Science, Spatial Data Analysis, Histogram, UI Components, User Interface (UI)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      265 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Content Creation for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook

      Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Video Production, Content Creation, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Content, Brand Strategy, Video Editing, Photography, Media Production, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media, Driving engagement, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Photo Editing, Storytelling, Drive Engagement, Brand Awareness

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Institute for the Future

      Simulation Skills: This is Your Brain on the Future

      Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Strategic Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Thinking, Simulations, Creativity, Virtual Reality, Empathy, Strategic Planning, Personal Development, Innovation, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Decision Making, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      420 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University at Buffalo

      Data Analysis and Visualization

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Statistical Process Controls, Data Analysis Software, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Tableau Software, Data Analysis, Minitab, Data Quality, Process Analysis, Business Process, Business Strategies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Matlab

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      165 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      史記 (Shi Ji)

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Timelines, Research, Liberal Arts, Research Methodologies, Case Studies, Storytelling, Culture, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      212 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Designing Effective Science Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Journalism, the future, and you!: Michigan State University
    • Gabriel García Márquez entre el poder, la historia y el amor: Universidad de los Andes
    • Advanced Interviewing Techniques: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Business Intelligence and Competitive Analysis: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Data Visualization Fundamentals: Microsoft
    • Luxury Hospitality & Brand Innovation: Starweaver
    • Data Visualization with R: IBM
    • Content Creation for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook: Coursera
    • Simulation Skills: This is Your Brain on the Future: Institute for the Future

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