Writing is a powerful tool: you can say what’s on your mind, or you can change the minds of others. In a world full of strong opinions, making your voice heard can be a challenge. In this course, you will learn how the experts do it. Learn strategies for persuasive communication from experienced opinion writers, as well as techniques for maximizing your social media presence. Whether your goal is to write punchy tweets, a commanding op-ed about an issue that’s important to you, or thought-provoking blog posts, this course will help you to find your voice and to write persuasive and compelling content.
Continuing Education Units (CEU) : 0

You'll walk away with

• Strategies and techniques for writing persuasive, engaging content
• One polished draft of an opinion piece, blog post, or tweet thread on a topic of your choosing
• Greater familiarity with possible career paths in journalism and professional writing

Ideal for

• High school students in grades 9–12
• High school students interested in writing opinion pieces and social media posts that command attention and change minds