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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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    LearnKartS

    Cloud Data & Application Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Data Governance, Data Management, Data Security, Cloud API, Secure Coding, Application Security, DevSecOps, Cloud Applications, Key Management, Encryption, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), OAuth, Application Programming Interface (API), Hardening, Threat Modeling, Data Encryption Standard

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Optimizing 3G Layer 1 Firmware: Design to Debug

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Telecommunications, Digital Signal Processing, Performance Tuning, Digital Communications, System Programming, Debugging, C (Programming Language)

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Ethical Considerations in Business AI Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Responsible AI, AI Security, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Intellectual Property, Stakeholder Engagement, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Information Privacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Global Affairs Explained: The Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Culture, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Economics, Governance, Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    On-Premises Cisco Collaboration Solution

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Wide Area Networks, Network Support, Network Performance Management, Network Administration, System Configuration, System Monitoring, Network Protocols, Network Planning And Design, Telecommunications, Network Routing, Communication Systems, Endpoint Security, Capacity Management, Application Performance Management, Configuration Management, Scalability, Service Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Security Essentials for Modern Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), DevSecOps, Secure Coding, Application Security, Threat Detection, Security Testing, Security Engineering, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Vulnerability Assessments, CI/CD, Vulnerability Scanning, Continuous Deployment

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Cybersecurity in modern organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Threat Management, Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Responsible AI, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Secure Coding, Cyber Security Policies, Data Security, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Agile Methodology, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Security, TCP/IP, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Risk Management

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Self-Driving Cars

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Control Systems, Robotics, Embedded Software, Automation, Deep Learning, Software Architecture, Simulations, Safety Assurance, Traffic Flow Optimization, Artificial Neural Networks, Global Positioning Systems, Machine Controls, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Network Routing, Estimation, Machine Learning Methods

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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Support Individual Growth and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Emory University

    Management Consulting

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Presentations, Consulting, Microsoft PowerPoint, Management Consulting, Executive Presence, Business Consulting, Benchmarking, Microsoft Excel, Storytelling, Sales Presentations, Data Storytelling, Proposal Development, Oral Expression, Business Research, Lean Six Sigma, Interviewing Skills, Six Sigma Methodology, Problem Solving, Consultative Approaches

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Designing Agentive Technology: AI for Human Support

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Human Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, User Experience, Responsible AI, AI Product Strategy, Design Strategies, Human Centered Design, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Machine Learning, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Foundational Health Informatics and Marketspace

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Clinical Informatics, Interoperability, Health Systems, Medical Records, Health Information Management, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Health Care, Medical Terminology, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Cloud Data & Application Security: LearnKartS
  • Optimizing 3G Layer 1 Firmware: Design to Debug: Coursera
  • Ethical Considerations in Business AI Applications: Packt
  • Global Affairs Explained: The Fundamentals: Council on Foreign Relations
  • On-Premises Cisco Collaboration Solution: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Security Essentials for Modern Developers: Coursera
  • Cybersecurity in modern organizations: Coursera
  • Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
  • Support Individual Growth and Development: Google
  • Management Consulting: Emory University

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