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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.


Popular Critical Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    AI for Business: Generation & Prediction

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Financial Forecasting, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Ethics, Business Transformation, Prompt Engineering, Digital Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Content Creation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    120 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Lemann

    Aprenda a ensinar programação com o Programaê!

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Computer Programming, Learning Management Systems, Computational Thinking, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    125 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    The Worldview of Thomas Berry: The Flourishing of the Earth Community

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Environment, Environmental Issue, Culture, Social Studies, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Liberal Arts, Systems Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    139 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI for Kids, Parents, and Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Multimodal Prompts, Anthropic Claude, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Game Design, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    111 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Create video, audio and infographics for online learning

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Multimedia, Videography, Presentations, Visual Design, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Learning Strategies, Electronic Media, Communication Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    107 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Introduction to Generative AI - Art of the Possible

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Strategic Thinking, Machine Learning Methods

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    149 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Evaluating Large-Scale Health Programs

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Program Evaluation, Survey Creation, Health Policy, Sampling (Statistics), Health Systems, Health Assessment, Health Equity, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Maternal Health, Data Management, Statistical Analysis, Analysis, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health, Research Design, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    87 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Deep Learning with PyTorch : Generative Adversarial Network

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    99 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Developing the Opportunity for Corporate Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Market Opportunities, Corporate Strategy, New Business Development, Value Propositions, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    94 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Creative Design, Prototyping, and Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Product Development, New Product Development, Wireframing, Product Design, User Experience Design, Prototyping, Design Thinking, Conceptual Design, Product Testing, Project Management, Product Management, Agile Methodology

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    100 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    人群与网络

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Game Theory, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Social Sciences, Market Dynamics, Graph Theory, Sociology, Web Analytics and SEO, Systems Thinking, Bidding, Behavioral Economics, Economics, Online Advertising, Probability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    114 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Business & Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Culture Transformation, Innovation, Organizational Change, Design Thinking, Business Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Product Lifecycle Management, Global Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Business Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Change Management, Organizational Leadership, Business Modeling, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Machine Learning, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    107 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • AI for Business: Generation & Prediction: Coursera
  • Aprenda a ensinar programação com o Programaê!: Fundação Lemann
  • The Worldview of Thomas Berry: The Flourishing of the Earth Community: Yale University
  • Generative AI for Kids, Parents, and Teachers: Vanderbilt University
  • Create video, audio and infographics for online learning : Macquarie University
  • Introduction to Generative AI - Art of the Possible: Amazon Web Services
  • Evaluating Large-Scale Health Programs: Johns Hopkins University
  • Deep Learning with PyTorch : Generative Adversarial Network: Coursera
  • Developing the Opportunity for Corporate Entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Creative Design, Prototyping, and Testing: University of Maryland, College Park

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