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    Public speaking courses can help you learn how to communicate ideas clearly and confidently in front of audiences across personal, academic, and professional settings.

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    Find the Best Public Speaking Course for Your Goals

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      Coursera Project Network

      Erstelle Grafiken für Facebook in Visme

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Data Visualization, Content Creation, Advertising Campaigns

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Datos para Avanzar en la Salud Poblacional

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Epidemiology, Data Quality, Public Health, Data Literacy, Health Informatics, Community Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Assessment, Data Governance, Health Systems, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Collection, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Policy Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Choisissez une publication basée sur l'engagement avec Facebook pour les entreprises

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing, Target Audience, Drive Engagement, Customer Engagement

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Drug Safety: Pharmacovigilance

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Safety Assurance, Drug Interaction, Continuous Monitoring, Epidemiology, Risk Analysis, Big Data

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Découvrez Zoom et ses fonctionnalités

      Skills you'll gain: User Accounts, Collaborative Software, Telecommuting, Data Sharing, Virtual Environment

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Wetland Conservation Through a Human Lens

      Skills you'll gain: Community Outreach, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Cultural Sensitivity, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Water Resources, Governance, Conflict Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Как пользоваться Twitter Ad Manager и смотреть результаты

      Skills you'll gain: Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Content Performance Analysis, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Paid media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Web Analytics

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Diseña historias para Instagram y Facebook con Easil

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Content, Animations, Social Media, Content Creation, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Graphical Tools, Digital Design

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      New
      Status: Free
      Free
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Child Housing Assessment for a Safer Environment Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Fire And Life Safety, Electrical Safety, Electrical Wiring, Accident Prevention, Safety Training, Safety Audits, Health And Safety Standards, Fall Protection, Working With Children, Environment Health And Safety, Risk Analysis

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Как таргетировать группу пользователей в Twitter?

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Advertising, Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media Campaigns, Advertising, Global Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Arm

      Teaching AI on the Edge

      Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Education Software and Technology, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Program Development, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Application Deployment, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Performance Tuning, Data Security

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Как создать рекламную кампанию в Twitter

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Budget Management, Paid media, Social Media Campaigns, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public speaking courses

    • Erstelle Grafiken für Facebook in Visme: Coursera Project Network
    • Datos para Avanzar en la Salud Poblacional: Johns Hopkins University
    • Choisissez une publication basée sur l'engagement avec Facebook pour les entreprises: Coursera Project Network
    • Drug Safety: Pharmacovigilance: Johns Hopkins University
    • Découvrez Zoom et ses fonctionnalités: Coursera Project Network
    • Wetland Conservation Through a Human Lens: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Как пользоваться Twitter Ad Manager и смотреть результаты: Coursera Project Network
    • Diseña historias para Instagram y Facebook con Easil: Coursera Project Network
    • Child Housing Assessment for a Safer Environment Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
    • Как таргетировать группу пользователей в Twitter? : Coursera Project Network

    Why Learn Public Speaking?

    Public speaking is the skill of delivering messages in a structured, engaging, and persuasive way—whether in meetings, classrooms, events, or interviews. It builds confidence, sharpens communication, and strengthens your ability to connect with diverse audiences. Learning public speaking can help you present ideas effectively and influence outcomes in nearly any career path.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Public Speaking

    Top courses include Introduction to Public Speaking from the University of Washington, Dynamic Public Speaking from the University of Washington as well, and Successful Presentation from the University of Colorado Boulder. These courses cover everything from organizing speeches to delivering them confidently and engagingly.‎

    Yes. Many public speaking courses offer a free audit option, allowing learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to plan and structure presentations, speak with clarity and confidence, engage your audience, and handle nerves. Some courses also cover visual aids, persuasive techniques, and adapting messages to different audiences.‎

    Not at all. Many courses are designed for beginners and provide practical exercises to help you build skills gradually. More advanced courses focus on refining delivery and developing a personal speaking style.‎

    Yes. Public speaking is a valuable skill for job interviews, leadership, teaching, and everyday communication. Coursera courses can help you become a more effective and confident communicator, which can boost your performance in any professional or academic setting.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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