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Critical Thinking Courses

Critical thinking courses can help you learn logical reasoning, argument analysis, problem-solving techniques, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in evaluating evidence, identifying biases, and constructing coherent arguments. Many courses introduce tools such as logic diagrams and critical analysis frameworks, which help you apply these skills in various contexts, from academic writing to everyday decision-making.


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Popular Critical Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Planning a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety III)

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Healthcare Project Management, Solution Design, Quality Improvement, Patient Flow, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Patient Safety, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Brainstorming, Project Management, User Centered Design, Collaboration

    4.8
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    198 reviews

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    Johns Hopkins University

    An Introduction to the U.S. Food System: Perspectives from Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Public Health, Community Health, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Environmental Issue, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability Standards, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Environmental Policy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    164 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Strategy & Economic Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Game Theory, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Economics, Innovation, Economics, Market Trend, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Price Negotiation, Global Marketing, Market Analysis, New Product Development, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Adaptability

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    214 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad de Chile

    ¿Cómo (nos) cambia la Tecnología?

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Culture, Technology Strategies, Sociology, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, digital literacy, Cultural Diversity, Emerging Technologies, Social Justice, Storytelling, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    181 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Imperial College London

    A Guide to Healthcare Innovation: Principles and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Product Development, Design Thinking, New Product Development, Health Systems, Commercialization, Ideation, Health Technology, Social Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    214 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Personal Branding: Stand Out and Succeed

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Storytelling, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Concision, Creativity, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    161 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IESE Business School

    Analysis of Business Problems

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Business Analysis, Financial Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Analytical Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Market Share, Case Studies, Financial Statements, Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making, Team Leadership, Balance Sheet, Working Capital, Branding

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Images and Links in HTML

    Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Design, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Information Architecture

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    331 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Public Art and Pedagogy

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Peer Review, Pedagogy, Art History, Digital pedagogy, Social Sciences, Blended Learning, Aesthetics, Creativity, Political Sciences, Community Development, Social Impact, Case Studies, Photography

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance, Value-Based Care, Healthcare Project Management, Data Quality, Spreadsheet Software, Patient-centered Care, Data Analysis Software

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    201 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Project Initiation and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Waterfall Methodology, Project Planning, Agile Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Communication Planning, Project Management, Sprint Planning, Scope Management, Project Estimation, Project Scoping, Project Schedules, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Resource Management

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    146 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Copenhagen

    Business Models for Innovative Care for Older People

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Competitive Analysis, Design Thinking, Demography, Innovation, Rehabilitation, Intellectual Property, Health Technology, Chronic Diseases, Health Systems, Health Care, Value Propositions, Preventative Care, Medical Equipment and Technology, Project Management, Nutrition and Diet

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular critical thinking courses

  • Planning a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety III): Johns Hopkins University
  • An Introduction to the U.S. Food System: Perspectives from Public Health: Johns Hopkins University
  • Strategy & Economic Analysis: Illinois Tech
  • ¿Cómo (nos) cambia la Tecnología?: Universidad de Chile
  • A Guide to Healthcare Innovation: Principles and Practice : Imperial College London
  • Personal Branding: Stand Out and Succeed : University of Michigan
  • Analysis of Business Problems: IESE Business School
  • Images and Links in HTML: Coursera
  • ART of the MOOC: Public Art and Pedagogy: Duke University
  • Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

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