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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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Building Sustainable Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Environmental Laws, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Community Development, Land Development, Social Impact, Sustainable Design, Social Justice, Stormwater Management, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Technologies, Public Works, Civil Engineering, Climate Change Mitigation, Public Policies, Socioeconomics, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IIT Bombay

    Introduction to Business Management : Winning Externally

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Advertising, Market Research, Value Propositions, Brand Management, Customer Relationship Management, Target Market, Marketing Communications, Logistics, Customer Insights, Supply Chain Management, Sales Management, B2B Sales, Marketing Strategies, Selling Techniques, Competitive Analysis, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Scheduling and Project Optimization in Primavera P6

    Skills you'll gain: Scheduling, Project Schedules, Project Controls, Timelines, Project Management Software, Work Breakdown Structure, Management Reporting, Performance Reporting, Process Improvement and Optimization, Configuration Management, Dashboard, Resource Management, System Configuration

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Morehouse College

    Activism in Sports and Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Social Studies, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Sociology, Oral Expression, Media and Communications, Writing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Mindfulness, Dignity, and the Art of Human Connection

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Compassion, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Dignity in Care, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Liberal Arts, Resilience, Curiosity, Creativity, Dealing With Ambiguity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Development Methodologies Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, Software Development Methodologies, Jenkins, Continuous Integration, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Cloud Development, Continuous Delivery, Agile Software Development, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Applications, Software Engineering, Scrum (Software Development), Computer Programming, Kubernetes

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Ethical and Regulatory Implications of Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Regulatory Requirements, AI Security, Governance, Regulatory Affairs, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Teaching Impacts of Technology: Data Collection, Use, and Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Cybersecurity, Pedagogy, Data Security, Cryptography, Information Privacy, Encryption, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Computer Science, Information Technology, Web Applications, Web Servers, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Starweaver

    Introduction to Engineering Design

    Skills you'll gain: Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Product Engineering, Mechanical Design, Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Conceptual Design, Sustainable Design, Creativity, Problem Solving, Prototyping, Innovation, Analytical Skills, Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Emerging Technologies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Personal Journeys: Identity, Motivation, and Resilience

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Goal Setting, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Smart Goals, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Productivity, Lifelong Learning, Culture, Community Development, Persistence, Cultural Diversity, Adaptability, Creativity, digital literacy, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    SkillUp

    UX/UI Design Fundamentals: Usability and Visual Principles

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience, User Centered Design, Usability, User Flows, User Interface (UI) Design, Responsive Web Design, Interaction Design, Web Design, Typography, Prototyping, Persona Development

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Introduction to Political Citizenship

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Social Studies, Social Justice, Community Development, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Sociology, Student Engagement

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Building Sustainable Cities: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Business Management : Winning Externally: IIT Bombay
  • Advanced Scheduling and Project Optimization in Primavera P6: Packt
  • Activism in Sports and Culture : Morehouse College
  • Mindfulness, Dignity, and the Art of Human Connection: University of Michigan
  • Development Methodologies Overview: LearnQuest
  • Ethical and Regulatory Implications of Generative AI: Microsoft
  • Teaching Impacts of Technology: Data Collection, Use, and Privacy: University of California San Diego
  • Introduction to Engineering Design : Starweaver
  • Personal Journeys: Identity, Motivation, and Resilience: University of Colorado System

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