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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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    Pearson

    CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Audit Planning, Auditing, Information Assurance, Compliance Auditing, Security Controls, Risk Management Framework, Data Validation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Starweaver

    IIBA® Certification of Capability in Business Analysis™ (CCBA®) Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Requirements, Change Requests, Solution Delivery, Systems Analysis, Business Process, Process Analysis, Business Strategies, Project Management, Communication Planning, Training and Development, Stakeholder Analysis, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Enterprise Architecture, Root Cause Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Big Ideas in Programming: Expressing Yourself with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Design, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Software Visualization, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Debugging

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Computational Thinking with JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, JSON, Application Deployment, Data Structures, Javascript, Application Development, Analytics, HTML and CSS, Data Analysis, Code Review, Software Development, Data Visualization Software, Web Development, Web Applications, Scripting, Prototyping, Data Processing, Programming Principles, Unsupervised Learning, Computer Programming

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Variables and Nested Loops

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computational Thinking, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Brainstorming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Machine Learning in Healthcare: Fundamentals & Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Health Informatics, Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Random Forest Algorithm, Responsible AI, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Artificial Neural Networks

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    RH, Dados e Inteligência Artificial

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, HR Tech, Deep Learning, Digital Transformation, Human Resource Strategy, Machine Learning, Human Resources, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Automation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Sydney

    Confident Conversations About Race and Racism

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Justice, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Sensitivity, Discussion Facilitation, Advocacy, Interpersonal Communications

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    데이터 과학이란 무엇인가?

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Mining, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Big Data, Digital Transformation, Analytics, Regression Analysis, Apache Hadoop, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Cloud Computing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Imperial College London

    XR in Healthcare Education and Clinical Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Education Software and Technology, Augmented Reality, Medical Devices, Virtual Reality, Health Technology, Clinical Practices, Virtual Environment, Healthcare Project Management, Emerging Technologies, Business Systems Analysis, Innovation, User Centered Design, Project Planning, Critical Thinking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Project Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Planning, Agile Methodology, Conflict Management, Stakeholder Management, Milestones (Project Management), Quality Assessment, Negotiation, Cost Estimation, Resource Planning, Project Risk Management, Contract Management, Kanban Principles

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Generative AI: Shaping Work and Tasks

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Generative AI, Automation, Responsible AI, Journalism, Artificial Intelligence, Education and Training, Job Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Marketing, Economics, Critical Thinking

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor: Unit 1: Pearson
  • IIBA® Certification of Capability in Business Analysis™ (CCBA®) Exam Prep: Starweaver
  • Big Ideas in Programming: Expressing Yourself with Python: University of Michigan
  • Computational Thinking with JavaScript: University of Glasgow
  • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Variables and Nested Loops: University of California San Diego
  • Machine Learning in Healthcare: Fundamentals & Applications: Northeastern University
  • RH, Dados e Inteligência Artificial: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Confident Conversations About Race and Racism: The University of Sydney
  • 데이터 과학이란 무엇인가?: IBM
  • XR in Healthcare Education and Clinical Practice: Imperial College London

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