National University of Singapore
Engaging in Persuasive and Credible Communication
National University of Singapore

Engaging in Persuasive and Credible Communication

This course is part of Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace Specialization

Taught in English

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Derrick Ng

Instructor: Derrick Ng

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No prior experience required
8 hours (approximately)
Flexible schedule
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7 quizzes

Course

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals

4.6

(308 reviews)

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Beginner level
No prior experience required
8 hours (approximately)
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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This course is part of the Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace Specialization
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There are 3 modules in this course

In the first part, we will analyse and discuss theoretical concepts of both persuasion and credibility.

What's included

8 videos1 reading5 quizzes

In the second part, we will establish some basic rules of effective writing and examine how writing can be made more persuasive.

What's included

6 videos3 readings1 peer review

In the last part of the course, we will situate persuasive and credible writing in the larger context of a globalised world. We will tackle issues such as persuasion and credibility across cultures.

What's included

4 videos1 reading2 quizzes1 peer review

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4.7 (85 ratings)
Derrick Ng
National University of Singapore
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